Canine heartworm disease is a clinical condition in dogs caused by the nematode parasite Dirofilaria immitis which resides within the dog’s heart. This disease is a serious veterinary problem having become widespread throughout the United States and tropics and is primarily associated with dogs. Canine heartworm can only be transmitted [...]
The Afghan hound can be an great choice for you and your family, as long as you do not have very young children. Even older children need to learn to respect the hound and leave it alone when it has had enough. You need to have a place where this [...]
Anemia in dogs occurs when there is an insufficient amount of red blood cells in the body. This can occur because the body is losing red blood cells too quickly to replace them, or if the body simply isn’t producing red blood cells fast enough. Anemia isn’t a disease, but [...]
It is of vital importance that your pet be groomed on a regular basis. Dirt and grime can get caught in the dog hair and may cause matting and tangles, which can be difficult to get out. Most cases if bad enough they will have to be cut out. Fleas [...]
The coat of an Affenpinscher is harsh and rough-textured. His category is short-haired breed. His hair is about one inch in length on the shoulder and body, may be shorter on the rear and tail. The head, neck, chest, stomach and legs have longer, less harsh coat. The mature Affenpinshcer [...]
Dog biting is the most serious dog behavior problem because of it’s possibility for very serious damage being done to people. Because of this it’s of incredible importance to make sure that your dog does not bite. It’s important to start early. A dog learns most of it’s habits in [...]
A dog crate is basically used to restrict or confine the movement of a dog but there is more to it than that. If you trained your dog especially when it is still a puppy, the crate is going to be its own home or den where it will go [...]
When you’re erecting a dog fence at home, spare a thought for the people who built the Dingo Fence in Australia. It was put up in the 1880’s to protect enormous flocks of sheep in Southern Queensland, where Dingoes had almost been exterminated. To prevent Dingoes from other areas getting [...]
With the advent of the global village, airconditioned cars and pet friendly hotels, the average pet may reasonably expect to get further than the local convenience store. The inclination to travel with a pet does however place a burden of responsibility on the owner and some planning is called for. [...]
Canine incontinence occurs when your dog is unable to control his urination. It can be a serious medication condition. Like incontinence in humans, it usually affects older dogs. Male and female dogs are both affected. So, what exactly causes this condition? Cause There are various reasons why your dog could [...]