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Dog Health

There are a number of different health complications and illnesses that your dog can suffer from. Health issues such as various skin diseases, dental issues, ear infections, respiratory problems, and intestinal parasites can lower your canine companion’s quality of life. Depending on a number of factors such as age, breed, and past complications, your dog will need different levels of care and maintenance throughout its lifetime. If cleaning up after your pup gets to be too much, give our residential pet waste removal specialists a call.

If you start to notice a difference in your dog’s habits and behaviors, especially when it comes to its eating and pooping patterns, be sure to get your pet to a vet as soon as possible for a diagnosis.

Are Boxwood Plants Toxic to Dogs?

Yes, boxwood plants are toxic to dogs, according to the Pet Poison Helpline. But, they may not be as toxic as your expect. Boxwood is a common ornamental plant that many people enjoy having in the yard. Unfortunately, if you dog gets curious and eats it, they could be seriously ill. Here’s what you should [...]

By |2022-07-08T08:39:17+00:00July 8th, 2022|Categories: Dog Health|

Why is My Dog Acting Scared for No Reason?

When your dog is distressed, he or she can’t tell you why. Often though, we can interpret why our dog is scared because there is an obvious trigger, like a thunderstorm or another dog. But, what if you can’t tell why your dog is scared, and it seems like suddenly they have developed fears, for [...]

By |2022-06-21T08:17:51+00:00June 21st, 2022|Categories: Dog Health, Dog Ownership|

5 Common Foods that Can Hurt Your Dog

Before you pass your dinner plate over to your dog, you should know that some of the foods we regularly digest are actually toxic to your dog. Sometimes we expose our dog to small amounts of these substances and, when nothing happens, we mistakenly believe that they are safe for regular consumption. However, higher amounts [...]

By |2022-05-19T13:39:19+00:00May 19th, 2022|Categories: Dog Health|

How Do You Comfort a Senior Dog?

As dogs age, they slow down. They develop some of the health concerns that aged humans do but, unlike humans, can’t advocate for their own comfort. Caring pet owners may be at a loss for exactly what kind of comfort they can provide their dog. But these suggestions can help you tailor your dog’s environment [...]

By |2022-05-11T18:34:21+00:00May 11th, 2022|Categories: Dog Health, Dog Ownership|

What Should I Do If My Dog Keeps Sneezing?

While a single sneeze from your dog isn’t anything to worry about and may actually be kind of adorable, constant sneezing can be a sign that your dog’s nose isn’t doing so well. It might seem like overkill to bring your dog to the vet for a few sneezes, but there are many causes that [...]

By |2022-04-06T19:49:43+00:00April 6th, 2022|Categories: Dog Health|

Which Dogs Require the Least Exercise?

While we might have once relied on dogs to work for us, guarding livestock, hunting by our sides and pulling carts, you probably don’t need your dog to do any of that. If you care more about your dog’s heart and cuddling potential than their athleticism, it might even be wise to choose a dog [...]

By |2022-02-01T14:46:57+00:00February 1st, 2022|Categories: Dog Health|
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