When it comes to medical treatment, seconds and minutes can sometimes make a big difference towards recovery. Take a few minutes to read up on canine first aid.
In case of emergencies, always contact your vet first.
Know your dog's vital signs
Normal temperature: 101°–102.5°F
Normal heart rate: 70–160 beats/min
Normal breathing rate: 10–30 breaths/min
When assessing for vital signs:
For many pet parents getting their Pooches to swallow a pill could end up being a herculean task. Just like babies, they throw tantrums and act unreasonably when they do not want to do something. But there are a few tried & tested measures you can adopt to get your pet to take their medicines without making a fuss.
While the points mentioned in this article will reduce the hassle of giving your pet the medication, it must be performed only after consulting the vet.
Just as we take care of ourselves, we must also know how to do it for our dogs. Remember to examine all of the below five areas in your dog:
Weight check
Weigh your dog regularly, but weight is not a reliable parameter. Do use our specially formulated S.H.A.P.E GUIDETM and determine your pet’s shape in minutes!
Many pet parents report problems with car sickness, especially with young dogs. While research does not point to a specific breed’s inclination toward motion sickness, highly intelligent and sensitive dogs may be more susceptible to the emotional and stress factors that cause travel sickness.
First encounters leave a powerful impression. Some pet psychologists think the problems begin with the first car ride - often the day when he leaves the security of his mother and littermates, or for a traumatic visit to the vet.
First, desensitise!
Do limit the exposure of your puppy to other puppies and dog parks until he's received his vaccinations. This is because they need to be isolated from infections they can pick up from other dogs. On the other hand, you can allow them to meet other dogs and puppies who are healthy and have been fully vaccinated. Wait for at least 10 days from the final vaccinations before you take your puppy outside.
Dental hygiene is an important, yet often overlooked aspect when it comes to the overall health of a dog. More so because 80% of the dog population shows signs of periodontal disease (gum disease) by the age of three. This occurs due to poor dental hygiene which results in plaque and tartar build-up over time. Even gingivitis and inflammation can lead to serious dental illness. However, it’s not always about stained teeth and bad breath when it comes to dogs.
The nation-wide lockdown brought its own set of challenges, but if there was one big advantage, it was the fact that pet parents had the chance to spend quality time with their pooches. While it might have been confusing for them to see you at home all day, we’re sure your furballs were ecstatic to receive countless belly rubs, lots of cuddling and more playtime than usual. However, now that the lockdown is being lifted gradually, your pooch will have to get used to seeing you leave the house all over again.
We all love cuddling our canines. But, up close, and personal can be downright stinky at times. Some odour is natural, however, a dog that emits an extremely foul smell may require some intervention. Here are some common reasons for dog body odour-
Excessively oily skin
Some dog breeds (especially the hound group) are prone to excessive oily skin. These oils accumulate on the skin and become rancid.
What do I do?
Taking your dog or puppy’s body temperature need not be a Herculean task, if you know how to do it right!
Using a rectal thermometer
