Adopting a dog for your kids is a big responsibility to take on. It’s almost like having another child in the house. It is important to consider specific dog breeds that are well suited for a life with children. A dog that is raised into a family, especially with children, requires a lot of disciplining … Read more
Keeping your cat’s teeth clean might sound like the least of your worries when it comes to the overall health of your pet. However, it is equally important to take it seriously. It is vital for you as a pet owner to make sure your cat’s teeth are not filled with tartar. It’s also important … Read more
Oral hygiene is considered necessary for humans, and the same goes for your dog. The fact that they are animals does not exempt them from getting serious dental diseases. They can develop swollen gums, painful swallowing, and tooth loss. As many pet owners do, however, they overlook this. They forget that oral care and hygiene … Read more
There are plenty of times when people knock on your door. Dogs are smart animals. They become accustomed to the sound of a doorbell or door-knocking as a sign that someone is within their territory. They bark at them. This can be annoying for you. Learning how to stop your dog from barking at the … Read more
It is definitely normal for your dog to bark. After all, it is their only method of communication to us humans. There are, however, instances where your dog could go crazy and bark non-stop. Maybe they see your neighbors who may be merely passing by your front yard. There could be various reasons for this. … Read more
Periodontal disease in pets is characterized by pain, bacteria, and infection. Grade 1 – RED GUMS: Low grade pain…like a constant headache. This is gingivitis. Red gum line, even though teeth appear clean. Bad breath. Grade 2 – RED AND SWOLLEN GUMS: Pain is chronic. Inflammation and swelling of the gums. Bacteria enters the blood … Read more
Just like humans, dogs get sick and throw up from time to time. When your pet is sick and throwing up, it can be distressing and messy. Dogs vomit for a variety of reasons, many of which are not serious. However, sometimes vomiting can be a sign that something is extremely wrong with your pet, … Read more
It may sound silly, but pets scratch because they’re itching. The most common cause of itching and scratching in pets is allergies. Pet allergies can be food related or environment related. Food allergies in pets include allergies to gluten, wheat, corn and other grains. Food allergies can be related to some meat protein source as … Read more
The sound and sight of a sick pet is understandably worrying, and it can be easy to panic. Vomiting always seems like one of the worst parts of your beloved animal being unwell, particularly as your pet is unable to tell you exactly what is going on with him. Knowing what to do in this … Read more
The importance of good dental care has only recently become a commonly accepted facet of pet care. However, looking after our pet’s teeth can help her live a long, happy life. Common dental problems experienced by pets include excessive plaque and tartar on the teeth, gum conditions including periodontal disease, tooth-root abscesses and infections. When … Read more