Recovering from surgery can be a challenging time for your dog. A common issue many pet owners face is their dog’s reluctance to drink water post-operation. After surgery, your dog may hesitate to drink water due to pain, discomfort, and the effects of anesthesia. Creating a calm environment, adjusting the water bowl’s height and using … Read more
Concerned that your dog threw up hard white chunks recently? This alarming sign could point to several health issues. If your dog throws up hard white chunks, it could be from ingesting something it shouldn’t, stomach issues or too much stomach acid. Sometimes, this gets better on its own but if your dog keeps vomiting, … Read more
A nail that is broken and bent can be both alarming and painful for your dog. If your dog has a bent nail, gently assess for pain and bleeding. Immediate care includes cleaning the paw and light bandaging. A paw soak in warm water with medicated dog shampoo or Epsom salts can be soothing. If … Read more
Discovering that your dog has eaten Epsom salt can be alarming. Epsom salt can pose serious health risks to dogs if ingested. Eating large amounts of Epsom salt can cause a medical condition known as hypermagnesemia which can affect a dog’s heart and nerve impulses. Ingesting Epsom salts can also cause other adverse side effects … Read more
I have lost count of the number of times I have returned from a walk or park and found little wounds on my dog. These are small scraps, cuts or scratches that can result in some bleeding but are not serious enough to warrant a trip to the vet. I have used Blu-Kote a couple … Read more
You might find it strange but the first thing that I notice when I meet someone new is their teeth. No, I’m not a dentist by profession but I guess the attractiveness of the teeth largely affects the smile of a person. When it comes to dogs, the first that I or should I say … Read more