Most large breeds of dogs can feed 12 puppies quite well. But you will probably need to help the mother along by giving her extra food as long as the puppies are nursing. Most dams will need two to three times as much food as they consumed before becoming pregnant. What happens if a dog … Read more
Speaking of your pet’s neck, some breeds are inherently prone to drooping or sagging neck skin, typically under the jaw. This excess skin is called a ”dewlap, and is perfectly normal for many dogs to have. Many industry professionals refer to the droopy skin under a dog’s neck as a condition called ‘wet neck. Why … Read more
Dogs who wait at their humans’ graves may be waiting at the last place they detected their humans by scent. In fact, they may be able to detect the scent of their humans’ bodies even after they are buried with their super noses. Can dogs smell bodies in graves? Dogs use their noses to smell … Read more
While some pet owners are content to let their dogs air dry, you shouldn’t be. When you let your dog air dry, they’ll be at risk for fungus growing between their paw pads and in locations where their legs attach to their torso. If your dog has long hair, their fur may become matted if … Read more
Dogs and wolves living in the wild run and walk on hard, rough surfaces such as ground, soil and rocks on a daily basis and this will slowly and continuously wear down their nails and keep them short. How do you cut a wild dog’s nails? Use only “scissor” type clippers. Guillotine style clippers crush … Read more
Dogs were tested for object permanence using an invisible displacement in which an object was hidden in one of two containers at either end of a beam and the beam was rotated. Consistent with earlier research, when the beam was rotated 180º, the dogs failed to find the object. Does my dog have object permanence? … Read more
Most animal behavior experts attribute their navigating ability largely to a hypersensitive sense of smell. Three miles is not a great distance, compared with some of the epic homeward journeys that dogs have occasionally made, and a three-mile radius would be rich in odor guideposts. How far can dogs smell their owner? Watch a dog … Read more
Research with dogs has suggested that they have a sense of the permanence of objects similar to that of a child somewhere between 1 and 2 years old. Does a dog have object permanence? However, many other types of animals have been shown to have the ability for object permanence. These include dogs, cats, and … Read more
Understanding Shave Shock in Dogs: As pet owners, we always want our furry friends to look and feel their best. Grooming is an essential part of maintaining a dog’s health and well-being, but it’s important to be aware of the potential risks that come with it. One such risk is shave shock, a condition that can … Read more
Trim the hair on her stomach, especially around the mammary glands and nipples. It’s not necessary to trim down to the skin, but removing long hair will ensure the puppies can nurse easily and help keep the mother dog clean. If your mother dog is a long-haired breed, trim the rear feathers and the hair … Read more
Assisting in brushing out the loose hair will help to keep your pet cool. Shaving your dog’s belly may also help keep him cool when the mercury rises. This needs to be done by a professional groomer, and you should certainly ask for a groomer that you trust if a belly shave is going to … Read more
A puppy’s eye color tends to change — if it is going to change — by the time they reach about 1 month of age. Their eyes can go from blue to grey to blue again, or they can change from blue to grey to brown over the course of a month or so. Why do … Read more
If your dog is moving his mouth as if he’s talking, he may well have a problem with his teeth or gums. The best thing to do is get him checked over by the veterinarian as soon as you can to prevent him any more discomfort. Why does my dog make weird mouth movements? One … Read more
Going for the scruff in adult dogs, however, is not really advisable. Some people are convinced that the scruff is one of the least sensitive areas on the dog’s body, and some even say that dogs don’t really feel much there. Dog yelps when grabbed by scruff Whining – If you try to lift an … Read more
By scruffing your dog improperly, you can cause physical injury, and continuous improper usage of this method can lead to psychological trauma as well. By scruffing your puppy when it misbehaves, you are essentially imitating what its mother would have done. Scruffing should never be too firm or aggressive. Does holding a dog by the … Read more
Dogs’ mouths will sometimes chatter after they’ve licked something – it’s usually just an impulsive reaction and nothing to worry about! Remember dogs’ sense of taste and smell is much stronger than ours and sometimes this results in chattering teeth. Why do male dogs mouths quiver? One of the most common causes of teeth/jaw chattering … Read more
YES! Some dogs’ voices get deeper or fuller as they mature toward middle age, and may get softer or weaker as they age. Do dogs voices get lower? Studies that have been carried out into canine health over the years have concluded that a dog can lose its voice for a variety of different reasons … Read more
Dogs cannot purposely starve themselves to death. They can purposely refuse certain foods and even several meals, but they will never starve themselves to death simply because they are true to their ancestral survival instincts. However, it should be noted that dogs do not get hungry the same way people do. How do I know … Read more
There is no one-size-fits-all on this but on average the nipples should shrink back in 6-10 weeks. This is after the puppies have been weaned. How long do my dogs nipples stay big after heat? And will they ever return to normal? If your dog’s nipples get bigger during or after the heat and she’s … Read more
Depending on the circumstances, a pregnant dog technically could nurse another dog’s puppies — but that doesn’t mean that she should. The expectant mother needs that milk for her own pups, and she only has a limited window in which to produce it. Can a female dog nurse other puppies? When the mother dog is … Read more
Regular tubs (like the ones you see in many homes) are usually made out of porcelain and can be very slippery and easily scratched by your dog’s claws. How do I protect my bath when my dog is bathing? Keep the bathroom door closed when your dog is bathing. Consider using hypoallergenic or natural ingredient … Read more
Signs a Female Is in Heat: Swollen nipples – Sometimes, but not always, the nipples and breasts will swell slightly. This can also be a sign of a phantom pregnancy, when a female may begin to show signs of being pregnant even if she’s not. Can a female dog’s nipples swell if not pregnant? Female … Read more
Nursing puppies cause further enlargement, because the pups suckle and tug at the nipples. They should shrink back within 6-10 weeks after giving birth, but they will not go back to their prepregnancy state. Spaying should cause some shrinkage, but there’s no way to predict how much they will shrink. How long does it take … Read more
Yes given any opportunity to mate typically the dogs will mate. Will dogs mate if they grow up together? Dogs lack emotional maturity, so a male dog will still naturally attempt to mate with his sister, without giving any thought to morals or repercussions. The copulatory tie will not require any additional assistance than it … Read more
It is a genetic fact that dogs, coyotes and wolves can mate, subsequently producing fertile offspring, however the argument is, mating cycles of the two species differ: coyotes go in to heat between January and March and have pups in May or June, while most domestic dogs have their pups in the winter. Will a … Read more
Yes, they will, but of course excellently! What happens if dog licks gas? If a container of gasoline is open in a room without ventilation, the dog can inhale the fumes. Gasoline is highly vaporized and is a hydrocarbon with a low molecular weight, which makes it quite toxic when inhaled alone, and has a … Read more
A dog may urinate in his own bed involuntarily, typically while relaxed or sleeping, if the urethral sphincter begins to fail. In this condition, muscles that involuntarily close the dog’s urethra stop working properly and no longer contract, allowing urine to leak. Why does my dog lay in his own pee? Submissive urination is a … Read more
NO! Female dogs have four stages in their reproductive cycle, which denote their ability to breed, successfully fertilize, and birth puppies. Can a female dog get pregnant if she is not in heat? The answer is no, a dog cannot get pregnant when she is not in heat, however, many pet parents may not recognize … Read more
If you take good care of your pet’s wound and help them heal quickly then it’s very likely that their fur will grow back normally. How long does it take for dog fur to grow back after a scab? It should grow back depending on the wound, but it will take some time. Can hair … Read more
The results of the present experiments suggest that dogs have the capacity for a level of object permanence demonstrated by accurate performance with invisible displacement of the target object. How long do dogs have object permanence? Research with dogs has suggested that they have a sense of the permanence of objects similar to that of … Read more
No, Dogs don’t have hair inside the nose! What is inside a dog’s nose? A dog’s nasal cavity is divided into two separate chambers and opens into two nostrils, or nares, that can wiggle independently and that can take in smells separately. Why do dogs not have hair on their nose? In some dogs, the … Read more
Quarantine a section of your yard for infected pets to urinate and defecate to prevent the spread of the parasite to healthy pets and family members. REMEMBER: Giardia can survive in 39.2ºF soil for up to 7 weeks and in 77ºF soil for a week! Should I isolate my dog with Giardia? Dogs suspected or … Read more
It’s best not to leave your dog alone in the dark, especially not for extended periods of time. As discussed above, while they can see okay in low light, complete darkness is the same for them as it is for us – except that we can choose to turn the lights on when we need … Read more
Over 80% of dog owners drive with their dogs unrestrained in vehicles. What we don’t know is that dogs that are loose in cars are a major safety risk to themselves and you. A dog may jump out of the window or off the back of a truck easily. How Do I Keep My Dog … Read more
Always be sure to take along plenty of water for the both of you when you go out for a long hike, walk or run with your dog. Stop for water breaks, maybe around every mile or when you see that your dog is panting hard, allowing your dog to drink just enough to quench … Read more
You should never attempt to break up two dogs that are tied during mating. Doing so could actually lead to physical damage to the female’s private part and the male’s genitalia. It’s understandable that you may want to break them up because you want to prevent a pregnancy or because you’re concerned the female is … Read more
Police dogs regularly bite people, tasting different blood groups daily, which doesn’t then make the dog go insane. Blood doesn’t make dogs go crazy even if it is its owners. Can Dogs Get A Taste For Blood? Once a dog has killed another animal, he might develop a taste for blood and you’ll never be … Read more
Make a Visit to Your Vet Immediately: If a suture is pulled out, the risk for events like blood loss, infection, and painful scarring becomes increasingly likely. According to the VCA, stitches coming out is more common than you might think. When Should I Be Concerned About My Dogs Stitches? Contact your veterinarian immediately if … Read more
According to a recent scientific study which indicated dogs are afraid of the color indigo. Are Dogs Afraid Of Red Colour? RMC’s veterinary officer Dr. B R Jaksania said, “We have seen that some societies have started using red water to scare the dogs. Animals are allergic to red color and get furious. So they … Read more
Not all dogs can jump so high, Yes, but some dogs definitely do jump high including Belgium Malinois, German Shepherd, border collie, etc. Some of them can do it because of the training they get as a K9, while other breeds jump high because of the natural traits which they have inherited from the wolves. … Read more
They feel sad, frightened, longing, and hopeful, waiting for their people to come back. When pets are abandoned, they will often be confused about being left behind and removed from the only family or “pack” that they have ever known. Fear, pain, abandonment, and longing are all things that pets are capable of experiencing when … Read more
They know when you’re having a bad day and need a cuddle or when you’re feeling sick. The same goes for when someone is dying. Your dog will react instinctively to even unconscious changes in body language, whether it’s hunched shoulders or trembling hands. Can Dogs Sense Approaching Death? Dogs being able to sense death … Read more
You shouldn’t put a litter box in the crate, unless you have a large dog crate, because if the litter box is too close to the dog for very long, it can serve some health risks to your beloved dog. Can You Use Cat Litter In A Dog Kennel? One thing that many dog owners … Read more
You may also find your female dog is passing small quantities of urine more frequently. The urine contains pheromones and hormones, both of which signal interested males that she will be receptive soon. How Do Female Dogs Show They Want To Mate? Signs seen during this phase include a swollen private part, blood-tinged discharge, excessive … Read more
An unspayed female dog’s vulva will become swollen as a part of her normal heat cycle, but it should return to its “normal” size after the heat is done (anywhere between 2-21 days is considered normal). How Long Does It Take For A Dog’s Vulva To Shrink? Typically for a non-pregnant female the discharge occurs … Read more
If their ears perk up in a way that suggests they are trying to stand, there is a good chance they will go up over time. Another good indication is where the ears are placed on the head. Ears set higher up and close together are more wolf-like and more likely to stand. How Do … Read more
Whatever you call it, dog farts can be silent but deadly, outrageously loud and stinky, even synchronized with a sneeze. Can Dogs Fart On Command? Dogs cannot fart on demand, but only if they are trained on the same. Use a clicker and reward your dog with a small treat when it farts anywhere. That … Read more
NEVER give your dog an antihistamine (without consulting the vet) that also contains a decongestant. These products may be labeled with a “-D” at the end of the antihistamine name. Is It Safe To Give Dogs Xyzal Most OTC antihistamines can be used in dogs; however, you should never give any medications to your … Read more
Pet sitters charge an average of $25 per 30-minute visit, $20 to $30 per day, $45 to $75 per night, or $250 to $375 per week. Rates depend on the services requested, if you need 24-hour pet care or service on holidays, and if you have additional pets. The National Average Cost is $15 per … Read more
1.2 million dogs are killed on the roads each year in the United States. Many of these dogs were wearing shock collars at the time, but their invisible electronic fence did not save them. What Are The Chances Of A Dog Surviving A Car Accident? Obviously, it varies hugely depending on the injuries sustained, but … Read more