Jaundice in dogs is a serious condition that can be hard to spot. It happens when a dog’s skin, gums, and eyes turn yellow. This post will look at jaundice in dogs, what can cause jaundice, the types of jaundice, symptoms your dog may experience, how it is diagnosed, and treatment options available. Table of […]
Does your dog have rough, crusty patches on their nose or paw pads? Our dog has a dry patch on her nose. We didn’t think anything of it at first, but it had progressively gotten worse over time. We pointed it out to our veterinarian, but they said not to worry about it. It doesn’t […]
Does your dog have breathing issues? If so, you might wonder if you can use a nebulizer on a dog to deliver them medication to help. This post will look at if you can use a nebulizer on a dog, safety concerns, how to safely use a nebulizer on a dog, and some alternative options. […]
Does your dog snore at night? Do they sometimes wake up gasping for air? These could be signs of sleep apnea, a condition that affects humans and yes, dogs too. This post will look at sleep apnea in dogs, causes and risk factors, signs and symptoms of sleep apnea in dogs, how it is diagnosed, […]
If your dog has been diagnosed with cancer, you might feel scared and unsure about what to do next. This is when a dog oncologist can help. This post will look at what a dog oncologist is, what they do, and how they can help your dog if they have been diagnosed with cancer. Table […]
When we first got our dog, she would vomit every time we went for a ride somewhere. Luckily, those days are behind us, but she will curl up in a ball under the front seat to help combat her motion sickness. Motion sickness in dogs is a common problem that can make car rides stressful […]
Have you ever noticed when you ask your dog to give you their paw they tend to use the same paw every time you ask them? Our dog does (her left) and it made us wonder, do dogs have a paw preference? This post will look at if dogs exhibit paw preference, how you can […]
When I come home from work, my dog loves to greet me by pressing her head up against me while I massage her neck and give her kisses. This type of head pressing is a normal type of behavior from dogs that shows affection. But there is another type of head pressing that is not […]
Dogs love to try new things, but not everything is safe for them to eat or drink. You might wonder, “Can I give juice to my dog?” This post will look at canine nutrition basics, pros and cons to giving your dog juice, and how to safely give your dog juice. Table of Contents: Understanding […]
Have you ever wondered why your dog loves to lie next to you or snuggle up next to you at bedtime? My dog likes to actually lay on my legs while in bed so that I can’t move or she gets mad at me! This common behavior has deep roots in your dog’s natural instincts […]