4 Search Results for "puppy"

• How do I know when my dog is r How do I know when my dog is ready to give birth?

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    The first thing you do is monitoring the temperature regularly and specially 4 days before the due day. It takes about 58-63 days from the time your dog was bred. Your dog’s temperature is supposed to drop down to 98. The normal body temperature* of a dog is 101.5° F. She will probably vomit and stop eating. She’ll be restless and seeking for a quiet place to have her puppies. However, she’ll have no pain from contractions. Some people recommend preparing a box for her to have her pups. About 24 hours before the labor milk is produced. Be prepared to assist the mother when giving birth, if necessary, and remove the covering membranes from the puppy, clean the face and also remove mucus from face and nose so that the pups will be able to breathe. Applying iodine at the end of the umbilical cord might help to prevent infection. It’s not healthy for the mother to eat most of the placentas. She might have diarrhea for a few days. There is about 30 to 60 minutes between births. The mother rests a little after each birth. The room temperature* should be no less than 70° F and cold floors should be avoided.  

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• Dog Bronchitis: Is your doggy Dog Bronchitis: Is your doggy coughing?

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    Dog bronchitis usually affects small to medium-sized breeds that are over one year of age. The causes of dog bronchitis are not always known. However, researchers say that cigarette smoke and urban pollution could be one of the causes that lead to bronchitis. The overpowered immune system of a dog with frequent viral or bacterial infection is most of the time unwilling to protect the dog from such infection. Therefore symptoms such as wheezing, loss of appetite, frequent gagging and sometimes fever may occur. A dog's weight is very important factor to control the aftermath of bronchitis. Usually average-weight dogs with bronchitis display less severe symptoms than obese dogs. Cigarette smoke, dusts, or sprays must be removed from the dog’s environment in order to facilitate their fast recovery. Consult your veterinarian if severe symptoms such as fainting after coughing or fever occur. They usually prescribe cough suppressants and anti-inflammatory drugs. Till next time, good luck in life and health.

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• Taking your dog for a walk? Taking your dog for a walk?

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    When we take our dogs for a walk we usually think about many things that don’t have anything to do with our pet. We tend to forget our pets communicate and they do so with sound and body language. For example, a dog may communicate he is sick when he is not wanting to move, itching and scratching, losing  appetite, and when he has some mouth problems such as bleeding or soar looking gums, along with discolored teeth or teeth loss.   As in humans fever is number one symptom when dogs get sick. I highly recommend the dog thermometer by Sanomedics for taking your dog’s temperature.  Your doggy will love it since you don’t have to touch your pet. So next time you take your dog for a walk pay attention to his body language. He might be trying to tell you something.

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  • 4 months ago
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• Dogs with healthy mouths live Dogs with healthy mouths live longer

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    Start your pet’s dental care early and the results will be rewarding in the long term. Dental disease affects up to 80% of pets over the age of three, and just like humans, there can be serious consequences of poor dental health. Infected gums and teeth aren't just a problem in the mouth. The heart, kidneys, intestinal tract, and joints may also be infected. If your dog is suffering from an infection in a tooth due to bacteria in the mouth, it could form into an abscess. Symptoms may include: fever, lack of appetite, reduced desire to drink, and unusual head tilt. With regular dental care, you can prevent some of these more serious side effects. Talk to your Veterinarian at the vaccination appointments on how to initiate a good dental care program at home. Most Veterinarians are happy to provide brushing lessons, and many carry brushes and toothpaste specifically for dogs and cats. Also, they can recommend you the right thermometer for your dog’s needs. The thermopet by Sanomedics is ideal since you don’t have to touch your pet. Many dogs with bad teeth will be put on an antibiotic a few days prior to a dental cleaning to calm the infection and reduce possibility of complications.

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  • 4 months ago
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