Author Archive for Clive
Herbal Help to Stop Dog Aggression
Dog aggression is a very serious problem. Every year, more dogs are put to sleep for aggression problems than any other reason. Every dog’s human needs to take responsibility for their dog’s aggressive behaviour and do everything possible to turn that aggression into friendly, social behavior.
Help for Dog Bladder Problems
Bladder problems in dogs can be more than just a little troublesome. Some dog bladder problems can be nothing more than an occasional urinary tract infection while other dog bladder problems can indicate cancer, painful stones, or even diabetes. Because dogs can’t tell us where it hurts, how much, and whether or not they think they’ll be Okay, dog bladder problems can be difficult to ascertain and treat and even harder to prevent.
Dog Ear Mites: Herbal Help in Combating Ear Mites on Dogs
Our next door neighbor infected our dogs with ear mites, and suffice it to say, dog ear mites are just as unpleasant for humans as they are for puppies and dogs. Dog ear mites can be really common, and most puppies actually come with ear mites, but when your adult dog household contracts ear mites, I discovered that you need a fast acting herbal remedy to help control them. Otherwise, they simply pass the mites back and forth between each other which is really quite maddening.
How To Choose The Right Dog
What a joy a dog can bring into our lives! But unless the right dog is chosen, there can be trouble ahead. Dogs come in all sizes, colors and breeds, and it is up to the prospective owner to choose a dog that is appropriate to his own lifestyle.
If you live in an apartment on the tenth floor of the building, check first to see if pets are allowed. If they are, consider how many times you will be going up and down in the elevator to take Fido out for his ‘business.’
How to deal with a whining dog
Whining in puppies
As puppies, it comes naturally: a very young puppy will whine without even realizing it when she’s hungry, tired, or cold. The mother dog will respond to this whining with milk, warmth, and a safe place to sleep – and as time goes on, the puppy begins to realize the association between the two. This is when she begins to whine deliberately, to notify her mom that something’s amiss or that she needs something.
What to Feed Your Dog
Now that you have acquired a puppy or older dog, you will need expert advice on what kind of food to use. Always consult your veterinarian about this aspect, and he/she will give you the best advice on the proper food for your breed of dog.
As long as the dog is well and does not have allergies or any other problems, normal food will be the answer. Many vets believe that only dry food should be given, and after the scare about dog food in 2008, many people have switched from wet to dry food.
