In the same way that humans suffer from depression, so can dogs. When a dog’s life undergoes a significant shift or an upsetting occurrence, it may manifest as depressive or anxious symptoms. For example, a dog’s general emotional state can be affected by the loss of its owner or a companion animal, or even by a sense of grief being…
Dog lovers have a reputation for being generous and caring. Sharing our hearts, homes, and even the foot of our beds with our furry friends is a wonderful thing. There can’t be anything wrong with giving our dogs some of our favorite human meals, can there? The answer is no. People’s favorite meals, such as fruits and vegetables, can do…
Dogs are a joy to have as a companion during their pregnancy. Unsterilized female dogs go into heat twice a year, or around every 6 months. Each heat cycle lasts approximately 18 days and lasts for a total of approximately 2 to 3 weeks. To learn more about the female dog heat cycle, click here. It takes around 62-64 days,…
Most of the time, it’s a pleasure to share interests with our dogs, such as hiking, beach walks, or nice cuddling time on the couch. Unfortunately, we have terrible habits in common, and it turns out that our dogs are just as prone to obesity as we are. A few additional kilograms on your dog can have major health consequences,…
Cats are eternally on great adventures, and a feat faced by many of our little wanderers is coming across cat flu. What is cat flu? Think of cat flu as the sniffles of the feline world- it is a common illness that affects the upper respiratory tract, and can be caused by infectious agents like viruses and bacteria. What causes…
Ear infections are a common problem among our canine companions, particularly those with long ears. If left untreated, ear infections can cause a lot of pain and lead to other health issues. Dogs, especially those with floppy ears like Basset Hounds and Cocker Spaniels, are more prone to ear infections. Approximately 20% of dogs suffer from ear disease, which can…
