If your dog is having a seizure, the most important (and hardest) thing to do is not panic. Assess the area around your dog for any possible hazards (sharp, pointy objects or somewhere they might fall), and make sure your dog is safe. If you need to move them, do so very carefully...
While dog depression is treatable during other occasions, it may not be easy to address as your dog approaches the end of his life. Medication is used for some depressed dogs, but your canine may not respond well to medication if he is very old. It is important to speak to your vet ab...
Dogs pant because that is how they regulate their body temperatures. This is why they often pant after a good run or when they are playing roughly with other dogs. But if your dog is not engaging in any strenuous exercise or if the weather is cold and he is panting, then something is ...
In a physical journal or online diary, spend five to ten minutes every day writing down something which triggers even the slightest pang of sadness in you. For example, you might write down a memory of your dog who died, an issue in the world, something someone said to you, a scene f...
"If your dog is suffering from hypothermia, you should initially start by wrapping them up in warm blankets or towels. "You can use heating pads or bottles wrapped in a cloth to warm the body, focusing on the chest and abdomen," says Sean. ...
Let’s look at everything you need to know about heatstroke in dogs and what to do if your dog is suffering from signs of heatstroke. Key Takeaways Heatstroke is the result of a dog's inability to cool their body down. Dogs are more susceptible to the effects of heat-related illnesse...
If your dog usually sprints to their doggy bowl after you fill it with water but has suddenly or gradually slowed down their pace, this is a sign your dog could be weak and suffering from an illness or injury. Lethargy can also be a sign of infections,chronic painor even life-threatenin...
Do you have to encourage your dog to run up the hill when he used to beat you to the top? Slowing down can be a sign of early arthritis, thyroid issues, etc. Image source:@Dale via Flickr #2 –Gaining Weight As your dog gets older, you might notice her getting pudgy. This can ...
If your Poodle has 1 or 2 of the above signs, this points to stomach problems, however this does not automatically mean that the puppy or dog has IBS. Quick Changes in Food One of the top causes of stomach upset is a quick change in main meals or the addition of an ingredient (usual...
As if that’s not bad enough, I have also had to turn off my e-mail notification “ding” because I’m apparently like some kind of rabid Pavlovian dog that just can’t help himself from reacting every time the damn bell rings. It’s quite sad actually. . . Amanda Well I agree ...