Overall the Chihuahua breed is relatively healthy. They live the longest of all the dog breeds and often make it into their twenties! But like all dog breeds, there are some common genetic health issues in Chihuahuas that you need to be aware of. This post … [Read more...]
What You Should Know About Dog Ear Infections
Ear Infections in Dogs and Their Symptoms Has your dog been acting a little funny lately? Has he been shaking his head at you, or scratching his ears? Your dog might have an ear infection! A dog’s ears are not set up like a human's; their ear canal is more diagonally … [Read more...]
Puppy Vaccines: 3 Important Questions to Ask Your Vet
A number of dog healthcare products have been developed to ensure that your pup grows up into a healthy canine. Much like the ones developed for kids, there are vaccines designed to prevent puppies and even adult dogs from acquiring deadly diseases such as distemper or … [Read more...]
How Much Sleep Do Dogs Need Each Day?
If you are at work and your dog is all alone at home, it’s easy to tell what she is doing now: she must be taking a nap! Scientists and dog experts are still puzzling over the reason why dogs love to sleep, but that is how they like to spend their day. Here is what we know: … [Read more...]
Puppy Health Problems You Should Be Aware Of
There’s absolutely no reason why someone wouldn’t love a puppy. They’re adorable, playful and so dependent on others to take care of them that it’s in our nature to protect them and care for them. And when puppies are born, it’s important to remember that they are very … [Read more...]
