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Infections that Affect Female DogsIt is not uncommon for dogs to contract an infection from time to time though some conditions totally affect the female canine. With early detection, there is treatment for any of these infections affecting your dog.- How to Throw a Party for Your DogWhether you're celebrating your dog's birthday, graduation or adoption, throwing a party for dogs and their humans can be fun for the animals and the people. This article provides a guide for how to have a successful party for your canine companion.
Consequences of Owning a Banned Dog in the UKDogs such as the Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino and Fila Braziliero are banned in the UK, and cannot be imported into the country, owned, bred, given away or sold. What can happen if you own a banned dog in the UK?- 10 Reasons Not to Breed Your DogThe reasons not to breed your dog far outweigh the reasons to do it and there are very few cases in which a responsible pet owner should breed their dog. Here are ten reasons why breeding your dog is a bad idea.
Pyometra in DogsPyometra is a potentially fatal infection of the uterus in unsprayed female dogs. There are two types, draining and non-draining.
Breed Specific Legislation is Unfair to All Dogs and All Dog OwnersAn explanation of Breed Specific Legislation, its effect on targeted dogs and their owners & dogs and dog ownership generally, along with common sense advice on what to do to prevent your dog being targeted or falsely accused.
What Are the Basic Dog Care Needs and Why Should You Provide Them?Dog ownership demands so much more than giving a home to a dog. Dogs have seven basic needs that dog owners should give in order for the dog to be safe, healthy and happy.- Dog Charity Profile: The Dog's TrustOverivew of some of the history and services at what is arguably the best dog charity in the world.
How to Prevent Your Dog from BitingLearn how you can reduce the chance of your dog biting someone.- Steps to Keeping Your Dog YoungerHow to keep your dog feel and stay younger. By just following these steps you will have your best friend with you longer.
How to Introduce Your Dog to a New BabyThe best way to introduce your dog to a new baby is to prepare in advance. Follow these tips for a safe family introduction.
Dog Shortages - Can it Be?More than ever before dogs are in short supply. As groups advocate for less breeding there's a drastic shortage of suitable working dogs. Can shelter dogs fill the need?
Why is My Dog so Thirsty?Symptoms of excessive thirst in dog, reasons dogs become over thirsty and treatment of polydipsia in a dog
Tips for Finding Your Perfect Dog at the Animal ShelterFive keys tips for finding a dog that fits you and your lifestyle from the local animal shelter.
What is Pyometra in Cats?It's nasty business and can be fatal to an unspayed female cat. Learn how to be on the looking for the symptoms of pyometra and what to expect if your cat actually has it.- How to Treat and Prevent Pyometra in DogsTips and information on how to identify, treat, and prevent pyometra in dogs.
Finding a Lost DogFollow this step-by-step process if your dog is lost.
Canine Pyometra: A Reason to Have Your Dog SpayedCanine Pyometra is a deadly infection that occurs in unspayed dogs and other mammals.
How to Add an Additional Dog to the FamilyDeciding to add an additional dog to the family can be tricky so you need to ask yourself who you are doing it for, you or the dog? If you still think it is a good idea to add another dog to the mix, then do your research and follow these tips.- The "Lucky Dog" Series: Dedication / How the Lucky Dog Series BeganThis dedication describes how the author became involved in dog rescue and the initial issues involved with her first rescue
- Dog Health: False Pregnancy in Dogs is CommonDogs exhibit all the signs of being pregnant during a false pregnancy. It is a common occurrence in dogs that generally does not effect their overall health.
- Reasons Why Dogs Lick Themselves: Licking Can be a Sign of a ProblemThe chewing and the licking and scratching. This is frustrating for both the dog and pet owner.
- Socialization: Introducing Your Dog to Other Dogs, Other Types of Animals, PeopleRead this informative article and learn some effective techniques you can use to help socialize your dog!
- Why You Should Spay Your DogsA personal story that illustrates the dangers of not spaying and why doing so is the safe alternative.
- Birth Control for Dogs: Mibolerone (Cheque Drops) & Ovaban (Megestrol Acetate)Spraying & neutering common methods reduce unwanted dogs. Reversible canine contraceptives: Mibolerone (Cheque Drops), Ovaban (Megestrol Acetate) & laced birth control dog food offer advantages & health concern.
Training That Prevents Your Dog From BitingLooking for ways to train your dog or dogs not to bite? Here are some good tips.- Pyometra: Deadly but 100 Percent PreventablePyometra can be prevented. If your animal is stricken with this condition time is of the essence.
- Spay Your Dog and Avoid PyometraSince adopting my dog I agonized over whether or not to spay her. After six years the decision was taken out of my hands when she nearly died.
What a Dog Will Cost YouThis will give you a more realistic look at what it costs to own and take care of a dog.
Choosing a Second DogWhether you're looking for another dog to keep your present one company or just getting one because you want to, you should ensure that another dog is the right fit for your family, including your current dog.
What to Do If Your Female Dog Has Pyometra (Uterine Infection)After the heat season of your female dog, you could notice her belly swelling, but is it pregnancy - or pyometra?- The Toxic Effects of PyometraThe word Pyometra derived from the Latin "pyo" meaning pus and "metra" meaning uterus. The Pyometra is an abscessed, pus-filled infected uterus. The classic patient is an older female dog.
- Monthly Breast Cancer Exams ... For Your Dog?You may not have thought about it, but dogs can get breast cancer, too. If caught in its early stages, there is a relatively high cure rate. For this reason, “breast” or mammary examinations should be a critical part of your female dog’s health regimen.
- Our Dog Daisy: How I Saved an Abused DogOur dog holds a very special place in our hearts. Just as she is loyal to, we are to her.
Common Reasons Why Dogs Refuse to EatCoping with a dog that refuses to eat can be very worrying for dog owners. As dogs cannot tell us what is troubling them or why they are acting the way they are, it is up to us to try to identify what is wrong.
Tips to Decrease the Risk of Mammary Cancer in DogsDo you have a female poodle, terrier, Cocker Spaniel, or German Shepherd dog? Is she ten to twelve years old? If you answered yes to either of these questions, your canine companion may be at higher risk for developing a mammary tumor.- Backyard Breeders Lack Responsibility, Stress Humane SystemThose who hoard or abuse dogs commit horrible crimes too often ignored by society, while their victims are forgotten and languish in an already overburdened shelter system.
Preventative Measures to Ward Off Canine CancerThere are many things that can be done to guarantee a stronger immunity to ward off the onset of cancer in your dog. Because of newer technology for cures and/or prevention, there is more hope for your dog . . .
Learn to Stay in the YardMost dogs have a natural urge to roam, whether they are spayed/neutered or intact.- Causes of Excessive Thirst in DogsSometimes causes of excessive thirst in dogs may be just to satisfy a temporary craving which could be totally harmless, but it could mean a serious medical problem.
