Whether your elderly dog’s back legs are weak, your dog can’t walk due to an injury, or your pet’s hind legs have become paralyzed, watching your pet struggle to walk is heartbreaking. However, just because your dog is dealing with mobility challenges, it doesn’t need to impact its quality of life. Let’s review a few
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– Overview of dog-friendly activities and destinations
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– Tips and resources for planning and enjoying activities with your dog
Last updated on April 13, 2022 By Puppy Leaks 1 Comment Although wound licking in dogs can help remove some debris it’s important to note that it can cause serious adverse reactions, especially with large wounds. It’s important to keep an eye on your dog, and do your best to ensure they leave their wound
To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. A Cesarean, or C-section, can be a lifesaving procedure for the mother and her litter of pups. Unfortunately, C-sections are expensive and they have associated risks, including bleeding, infection, anesthesia complications, and the surgery itself. These risks can
Not long ago I asked readers to tell me what they’d like to talk about, and got a plethora of great ideas. One of them that hit home was the question of whether dogs could “be autistic.” (Best described as on ASD, or Autism Spectrum Disorder, which effects social communication, learning, and behavior.) I’ve met
Lewis watching a man in the neighborhood move his trash can I’ve been walking two to three dogs every day since April 2021. One of my goals is to give them the most fun and freedom possible within the constraints of walking on leash in a suburban neighborhood. I have a post in the works
Intervertebral Disc Disease is a spinal condition that impacts a dog’s leg strength and ability to walk normally. Following a spinal disc rupture, it’s not uncommon for a dog to be unable to use its back legs. This paralysis may be temporary or permanent. Breeds like the Dachshund, Corgi, or Basset Hound are at high
I was just going to get some casual shots of the BCs lying in the sun, when I noticed a trend. Here’s the first photo: Followed by the next two: Can’t miss it, can you? No matter what I did, clicking or smooching or waving my fingers, Maggie would not look at the camera lens.
Rinnnggg! I learned to expect something nice when I heard that sound. Then things went south. The Sound When I first started out as a blogger in 2012, I used a hosting site called WordPress.com. Their smartphone app has a pleasant little notification sound effect. I soon learned that the app played the sound when
Tucker the Mini Dachshund My five and a half year old miniature dachshund, Tucker, is a very active and energetic dog. It is practically impossible to stop him from jumping off and on things. He is constantly running around and wrestling my other animals. In early September, I noticed that he was acting differently. He
Last updated on August 19, 2022 By Puppy Leaks Leave a Comment Looking for a cute, short name for your dog? You’ve come to the right place. Choosing a name for your dog can be a challenge. You’re already overwhelmed with the excitement of getting a new dog, so trying to come up with the
Summertime is when things really start to heat up; with our inner solar-powered batteries charged by the summer sun, our natural sense for adventure rises along with the temps. Longer days mean more time to enjoy the great outdoors. From swimming and hiking to road trips, the biggest challenge of the season is fitting it
Puppies who are born to mothers who have been vaccinated against parvovirus and who have had an ample opportunity to nurse in the first day or two after birth will receive infection-fighting antibodies from their mothers. This “passive immune transfer” of maternally derived antibodies should protect them in the first few weeks after birth from
A regular sneeze is when air is forcefully exhaled through the nose, often as a single event but sometimes as several sneezes in rapid succession. What is a reverse sneeze in a dog? It is when air is repeatedly and forcefully inhaled through the nose, resulting in a snort that can look and sound alarming.
Vomiting and/or diarrhea can be distressing for a dog and definitely no picnic for his owner. It’s only natural to want to offer some relief as quickly as possible. If Pepto Bismol helps for our upset stomachs, you may also wonder, “Can I give my dog Pepto Bismol?” Pepto Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) can be used
In case you’ve wondered, perhaps after suffering an automobile accident with your dog in the car: Yes, dogs can experience a concussion and the brain injury associated with it. Canine concussions happen because of: Accidents involving cars, motorcycles, or other vehicles Falling from elevated surfaces like windows, decks, or steep hillsides Being dropped or falling
Intact (unsprayed) female dogs will typically have their first heat cycle two to three months after they reach their full adult size. For smaller breed dogs, this is typically between 6 and 8 months of age but could be as early as 4 months. For larger breed dogs, this may be as late as 2
We often pay attention to our dog’s teeth, but the gums supporting those teeth are just as important. Unfortunately, they’re frequently ignored. As a result, gum disease is epidemic in dogs. Recent studies show that by the time they are two years old, almost 90% of America’s dogs have some type of periodontal disease. This
On sunny days, we rub sunscreen on ourselves and our kids, but what about our dogs? Should we protect them, too? Yes! – some dogs absolutely benefit from sunscreen! What dogs need sunscreen? Hairless breeds, dogs with white or thin coats, and dogs with pink or light-pigmented noses and eyelids are at higher risk of