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Pinkday's Blog Is your doggie drinking water?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-08-11 11:57:55.

Just like humans most pets don’t like drinking water or they might just simply forget. They usually like fresh water so adding a couple of ice cubes to the water might help and also in order to provide a better taste try giving them some filtered water. If your doggie is very sick try giving him/her some beef or chicken broth. They love how it tastes. Dogs should drink 1/2 to 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight per day. Every time you take your dogs for a walk take some water with you. You... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog What can you give your dog for an upset stomach?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-08-11 11:54:00.

Let your dog take a 24 hour break when he has upset stomach. After that give him some boil rice and skinless chicken. Yogurt and cottage cheese will help the inflamed intestines. You can also mix Gatorade into the dog’s water bowl. Animals, unlike humans stop drinking when they feel sick. You need to do everything in your power to avoid dehydration. Some symptoms of upset stomach are lethargy, vomiting, persisting high fever*, increased thirst, abdominal pain, constipation, and loss of appetite.... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog How do I know when my dog is ready to give birth?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-08-11 11:52:33.

The first thing you do is monitoring the temperature regularly and specially 4 days before the due day. It takes about 58-63 days from the time your dog was bred. Your dog’s temperature is supposed to drop down to 98. The normal body temperature* of a dog is 101.5° F. She will probably vomit and stop eating. She’ll be restless and seeking for a quiet place to have her puppies. However, she’ll have no pain from contractions. Some people recommend preparing a box for her to have her pups. About... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog Does your doggie have bad breath?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-08-11 11:42:02.

Try brushing your pet’s teeth regularly and provide your dog with a healthy diet. Some people give their dogs treats that help remedy bad breath. However, a healthy diet will not only eliminate displeasing odors but it will also promote your dog’s health*. Some people recommend a raw diet as this is what dogs are designed to eat. Most commercial food has artificial color, salt, sugar and flavoring added to make your dog eat it. Dogs get addicted to junk food just like humans. Brushing your dog’s... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog Which dog’s breeds are hypoallergenic?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-08-11 11:37:15.

Usually people are allergic to dogs with lots of hair. However, some people are allergic to dog saliva and urine. The best way to find out if you are allergic to certain type of dog is trying being around it for some time. You might need to spend at least a week with the dog you are purchasing and observe how you react to it. Keeping your dog in the patio, bathing your pet weekly, keeping your pet away from the furniture, washing your hands after touching your dog, and using allergy-reducing sprays... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog WARNING!!!!!! Dogs & Chocolate
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-08-11 11:35:01.

Each year vets report more cases of dogs poisoned by chocolate. Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine which can be very toxic to dogs. Theobromine is found in cocoa beans, caffeine in coffee and tea. The highest concentration of theobromine is found in dark chocolate. Milk chocolate is less dangerous as it contains less amount of caffeine. Chocolate could be very harmful even if you administer moderate amounts to your dog. One of the symptoms of chocolate dog poisoning is fever*. Other symptoms... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog Can I give my dog aspirin?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-07-01 12:33:46.

Aspirin can affect dogs as much as it affects humans. It causes renal failure and affects the circulatory system. However, if you give your dog the right dosage it’ll alleviate pain, reduce fever* and inflammation. Make sure you take your dog's temperature with thermoPet, the only non-contact dog’s thermometer I know of. Ask your vet about the right dosage to give to your dog. Aspirin can be very toxic. Some symptoms might include anxiety, blood vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, extreme... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog Does my dog have Addison disease?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-06-22 08:05:10.

Dog’s Addison disease occurs generally when your dog is under heavy stress. This disease is more common in dogs than in humans and it happens more often in female dogs. The dog’s adrenal glands stop working properly. These glands regulate the way a dog's body controls levels of water, sugar and salt. There are two hormones normally deficient in dogs with Addison disease: cortisol and aldosterone. Cortisol helps to deal with stress besides converting food into energy and managing the inflammatory... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog Dogs with healthy mouths live longer
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-06-22 08:03:41.

Start your pet’s dental care early and the results will be rewarding in the long term. Dental disease affects up to 80% of pets over the age of three, and just like humans, there can be serious consequences of poor dental health. Infected gums and teeth aren't just a problem in the mouth. The heart, kidneys, intestinal tract, and joints may also be infected. If your dog is suffering from an infection in a tooth due to bacteria in the mouth, it could form into an abscess. Symptoms may include: fever,... No comments

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Pinkday's Blog Dog Bronchitis: Is your doggy coughing?
Posted by Pinkday on 2010-06-22 08:01:59.

Dog bronchitis usually affects small to medium-sized breeds that are over one year of age. The causes of dog bronchitis are not always known. However, researchers say that cigarette smoke and urban pollution could be one of the causes that lead to bronchitis. The overpowered immune system of a dog with frequent viral or bacterial infection is most of the time unwilling to protect the dog from such infection. Therefore symptoms such as wheezing, loss of appetite, frequent gagging and sometimes fever... No comments