A flat or breakaway collar is the most appropriate type for dogs under the age of 6 months. Martingale’s will likely be your best collar option if your dog is a breed with a slimmer head, like a Greyhound. Head collars are perfect for headstrong puppies who have a lotRead More →
Resource guarding is normal dog behavior. Dogs have evolved as opportunistic feeders, and it’s natural for them to protect what they consider to be “theirs” from potential takers. The displays of growling and related body language are the dog’s way of saying, “Back off! Will my dog ever stop resourceRead More →
So it’s not unusual for puppies to react with a mild gastrointestinal (GI) tract upset and develop diarrhea. To help reduce the stress that your pup may experience, let them adjust to their new surroundings slowly. Limit the number of visitors they meet during the first weeks to avoid overwhelmingRead More →
Here are six steps to take to get your dog from being constantly over-excited to be calm, submissive, and happy. Don’t Encourage Excitement. … Encourage Calm Behavior. … Wear Your Dog Out. … Provide an Outlet — With Limitations. … Engage Their Nose. … Calm Yourself. What age do puppyRead More →
When you play with your puppy, let him mouth on your hands. Continue play until he bites especially hard. When he does, immediately give a high-pitched yelp, as if you’re hurt, and let your hand go limp. This should startle your puppy and cause him to stop mouthing you, atRead More →
You can move the crate at night, if necessary, to keep him near people. Keep the puppy in the crate except for during playtimes or mealtimes. Take the puppy outside once every hour or so on a leash. Is it cruel to crate a dog at night? A good ruleRead More →
Young puppies may be born with worms, and are still developing their immune system. For this reason, puppies should be dewormed early in their life, most often at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12 weeks of age. Do all puppies have worms? Q: Do all puppies have worms? A: NotRead More →
Puppies mature into adults at a different time, which means that a large dog breed will mature into an adult at about 15 months, while smaller breeds will be puppies for only 9 months. So, you’ll need to feed a larger dog breed specially formulated puppy food for much longerRead More →
N-Bone Puppy Teething treats help relieve pain and soreness during the time in which your puppy gets their adult teeth. They are completely edible and digestible, and have a pliable texture that massages sore gums and protects baby teeth. What is safe for a puppy to chew on? The BestRead More →
If left untreated, worms can damage your dog’s internal organs and lead to loss of consciousness and death. If you suspect that your dog has worms, take it to your nearest veterinary office. Most intestinal worms are easy to treat and your veterinarian will prescribe a medication based on theRead More →