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Treating your dogand#39;s constipation

Constipation usually occurs when the dog does not get enough bulk in his diet or when he does not get enough proper exercise When a dog does not get the chance to eliminate when he needs to, he may develop the habit of holding it in A dog that is not let out enough will also likely to develop this habit In these simple cases of constipation, you may use the following treatment to ease your d.....More on Dog Waste Disease

What to do when a foreign object gets inside your dogs body

With their combination of scavenging habits and inquisitive nature, most dogs, at one time or another, will be likely to have a foreign object embedded in their skin Sharp objects such as glass, needles, thorns, as well as plant seeds, are the most common culprits that can be embedded in their skin These items often enter the eyes, nose, ears, skin, vulva, and particularly the area between the.....More on Dog Waste Disease

How to Treat Your Dogand#39;s Dandruff: 7 Tips

Dandruff mostly occurs when the dogs skin cells naturally form, die, and flake off at a very fast rate The following are seven suggestions on how to keep your dogs coat clean and dandruff free: 1 Because dandruff is a sign of flaky skin, you need to give your dog regular baths to wash away the flakes before they start to accumulate Giving your dog a bath once a month during the winter s.....More on Dog Waste Disease

What to do when your dog is bleeding

Dogs are naturally curious animals They will try and investigate anything and everything that crosses their path It is very common for them to get into small accidents and experience minor scrapes and cuts They may either run into sharp objects, step on glass, or get caught on barbed wires When minor accidents occur, a simple first aid treatment is all that is necessary to keep small w.....More on Dog Waste Disease

Emergency Dog Accidents: Burns, Seizures, Gastric Torsion

During an emergency or an accident, you can reduce your dogs immediate pain and discomfort or even save his life with prompt, immediate action You need to always be prepared for such accidents and emergencies such as burns, seizures, and gastric torsion Scalds and burns: Your dogs coat provides warmth and protection to his skin, but hot oil, hot water, and irritating chemicals can seep .....More on Dog Waste Disease

Is your dog straining to urinate

If you notice any changes in your dogand#39;s normal urinary function then you must get him to the vet as soon as possible to be investigated Your dogand#39;s kidneys are responsible for filtering the blood, while retaining useful chemicals, and ridding your the body of harmful and toxic chemicals Waste material is then passed down the ureters to the bladder where it is stored When the dogand#39;s bladder is .....More on Dog Waste Disease

How to resuscitate your dog if his heart stops beating

A dogs breathing and heartbeat can suddenly stop after being in a traffic accident, drowning, poisoning, or from shock When this happens, it is crucial to administer an immediate cardiac massage as well as artificial respiration in order to save his life As soon as you notice that he has stopped breathing, have someone help you call the vet for advice while doing your best to resuscitate the .....More on Dog Waste Disease

Respiratory Disorders: Nasal discharge, breathing problems, Gagging

Sneezing or Nasal Discharge It is very common for all dogs to sneeze on an occasional basis, especially when they first wake up However, allergic sneezing is typically a nonproductive sneeze that occurs in paroxysms and the infections will often produce puss If you notice a bloody discharge from a single nostril then that is an indication of a tumor or a foreign object What to do: If yo.....More on Dog Waste Disease

The importance of giving your dog first aid treatment

It is our job as dog owners to make sure that our pets are happy and healthy However, it is not always an easy job given that our dogs are curious and intelligent creatures with a tendency to get themselves into all kinds of trouble And when they do get in sick or hurt, it is up to us to examine them and find out exactly what the problem is While there is no substitute for veterinary car.....More on Dog Waste Disease

4 Tips to aid your dog of Diarrhea

Is your dog having a problem with diarrhea Does he have accidents while trying to get outside to go to the bathroom While your dog may not loosing too much sleep over the problem, there is no doubt that you are not happy with the runny mess being made in your house! Diarrhea in dogs often happen because of eating something rotten from the outside, or even from getting into a chemical insi.....More on Dog Waste Disease

How to give your dog home-made enema

Sometimes, you may need to do more than just giving solid or liquid medication to your sick dog Depending on his condition and symptoms, you may also have to provide other kinds of nursing care, such as giving enemas Below is an effective way to use this procedure: The use of enemas can be beneficial for dogs that has the following conditions; constipation, during fasting, dehydration, exce.....More on Dog Waste Disease

2 ways to administer liquid medication to your dog

There are 2 effective methods for getting any form of liquid medication down your dogs throat: Make a pouch or pry the mouth open 1 Making a pouch: Using one hand, pull out the corner of the dogs lower lip to make a little pouch Keep his head slightly tilted back and pour the liquid into the mouth using your other hand In some instances, the medication does not go in right away Thi.....More on Dog Waste Disease