Occasional constipation in dogs usually isn’t a serious matter, however, it is one that can make your pet extremely uncomfortable. In severe cases, it can also make it extremely sick if left untreated. Let us look at some remedies for constipation you can try before taking your dog to the vet. Causes of constipation in dogs There Continue Reading

The ASPCA (American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) does not recommend cargo travel for dogs as far as possible. Toy breeds and small breeds are allowed to travel in crate in the cabin. But if you have a medium sized or large dog or if your dog is traveling unaccompanied, you have no choice but to check it in as baggage and Continue Reading

UTI or urinary tract infections can be as uncomfortable for dogs as they are for humans. If your pet is consistently demanding to be let out, be patient with her. She might be having an UTI. Caused by bacteria in the bladder, dog UTI symptoms can be quite painful and, unfortunately, also keep recurring. Research has shown that nearly 14% Continue Reading

No one would argue that natural flea and tick control is much better than chemical products used for repelling these parasites. A truly natural approach would be to just let the fleas and ticks remain on dogs but that is also unacceptable. Fleas and ticks are vectors of diseases and many of which are life threatening to humans and pets. Continue Reading

Dog cherry eye is a common eye issue in canines. It causes a red blob on the lower eyelid due to inflammation of tear producing gland. Cherry eye is most common in certain dog breeds including Cocker Spaniels, Bulldogs, Pekingese, Lhasa Apsos, Beagles and Boston Terriers. In this guide, I will be talking about cherry eye treatment Continue Reading

When we talk about Urinary incontinence in dogs we are not referring to the accidents pups have during or before house training. In this guide, we will be talking about dog incontinence with reference to the loss of voluntary control over the act of voiding. Often male dogs voluntarily urinate to show aggression, dominance or mark their Continue Reading

Dog acne or canine acne is an inflammation of the hair follicles. It usually appears around the chin though dog acne pictures of severe lesions have also been seen on the head and other areas of the body. Dog acne characterized by bleeding, itching and pus warrant an immediate trip to the vet’s as these cases need antibiotics for Continue Reading

“Why is my dog hungry and thirsty all the time?” “Why is my senior dog hungry and panting?” “Why is my puppy obsessed with food?” Dogs are survivors. They live in the wild and hunt in packs. In their natural habitats, they are known to scavenge food and often get the kill from other predators. Many dogs even eat their vomit to Continue Reading