A dog should not eat crab shells because the sharp pieces may cause lacerations in the throat, esophagus, stomach, digestive tract, colon, or rectum. If your dog recently ate a crab shell, keep an eye on them for a few…
If your dog ate Epsom salt, it could suffer from metabolic alkalosis or Epsom salt poisoning. If you see any obvious signs of distress in your dog, or if it begins to act strange, immediately contact an emergency veterinarian. As…
Your dog and her puppies shouldn’t be left alone for longer than four hours at a time for the first couple of days. Look for signs of distress or illness. After the first week, it’s ok to leave the dog…
Puppy breath may smell like blood due to the presence of blood in the oral cavity from teething, where the gums may bleed as new teeth break through. Additionally, odor-causing bacteria can also contribute to this metallic scent. Key Takeaways…
Vaseline can be applied to a dog’s paws to help with dryness and cracking. However, it’s important to ensure that the dog does not lick it off, as ingesting Vaseline can lead to gastrointestinal upset. Use it cautiously and consider…
For dogs with skin allergies, diluted essential oils like lavender, chamomile, or peppermint may provide relief. Always dilute the essential oil with a carrier oil and use sparingly, ensuring the dog does not ingest any oil by licking. Key Takeaways…
Hydrogen peroxide can be used for minor skin infections in dogs, but it should be diluted and used sparingly. It can cause irritation or delay healing in some cases. For serious or persistent skin infections, veterinary treatment is necessary. Key…
Turmeric paste, often referred to as golden paste, is a mixture of turmeric powder, water, black pepper, and a carrier oil like coconut oil. It’s hypothesized to offer anti-inflammatory benefits due to curcumin in turmeric and may help reduce the…
You should not feed goat cheese to your dog. Although goat cheese has many nutrients considered healthy for dogs, it is also very high in saturated fat. If dogs consume too much saturated fat, it could cause pancreatitis, a serious…
The most common reason for a dog to growl at a child for no apparent reason is fear. Children can sometimes be a little too rough with dogs. If your dog has had an unpleasant experience with a child in…