Lumps on a dog’s body are a common occurrence and can be caused by a wide range of things. The implications of these lumps also vary, with some lumps being totally harmless and some being cancerous and potentially fatal. If you find a lump under your dog’s armpit, it’s probably lipoma, a noncancerous growth of …
Just like humans, dogs are prone to anxiety and high levels of stress. Our furry friends are constantly exposed to sounds, sights and situations that they may not understand. They have to endure deafening thunderstorms, unwanted visits to the vet, unfamiliar strangers entering their space, and the list goes on. While some dogs have the …
If your dog gets constipated, he’ll be just as miserable as you are when things get backed up. Everyone has their surefire remedy for constipation, but what can you do about your dog? Should I use milk for dog constipation? Should I use over-the-counter laxatives? You obviously want to help your pooch relieve himself as …
So your dog comes around for the usual caresses, and you instantly notice that they feel much colder than normal. Well, it’s not often that a dog’s body feels cold, so it’s natural to be concerned if your dog feels cold to touch. The most common reason as to why this happens is the weather. …
Having a new puppy changes your life quite a bit, and at the same time as it can result in a lot of fun and happiness it can also result in a lot of stress and worry. The stress and worry part can sometimes even overwhelm the happiness, particularly if there appears to be something …
You’re back from a run with your furkid, just like you do every day. Suddenly, he sticks out his neck and lets out this unearthly, goose-honking cough. What on earth? You nearly keel over from shock, then rush in, frantically checking him for signs of being possessed by something extra-terrestrial. Did Loki get into your …
The mystery puddle. This is one of those things that baffle many pet owners. Your dog lies down for a quick nap and when he wakes up there’s a conspicuous wet spot where he slept. What is that? There are various causes that might explain the mystery puddle and most of them are benign, so …
This article is for all of you dog owners who unfortunately have dogs who suffer from seizures. And whose seizures are being managed by a specific medication, Phenobarbital. The real focus of the article is specifically on the affect that taking this medication can have on your dog’s back legs. And whether the affect is …
As a fellow dog owner who lost a dog due to a blood disorder, I, too, know how painful and raw it feels to lose a beloved pet. In situations like this, there was nothing I could possibly do other than grieve for my loss as I was simply not looking to put the blame …
Many pet parents are confronted with this problem – their beloved dog lies down for a nap and when he gets up there’s an odorless wet spot left on the couch. Even more baffling, the dog acts like nothing’s happened. There’s no guilty look on his face like he knows he’s done something wrong. Well, …
