Chihuahua Puppies Care

Chihuahuas date back to as far as the 1500s, when Christopher Columbus the Spanish explorer brought back the dog to Europe. It was later introduced to North America in the 18th century, and was recognized by the American Kennel Club in the year 1904. The chihuahua originated from the Mexican state of Chihuahua; they say the original breed 'Techichi'...

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Spleen Problems in Dogs

In dogs, spleen complications are very common and it can be caused due to various factors like bacterial infection, accidental trauma, inflammation of the internal organs, spleen cell tumors and various other immune system disorders in dogs. Structure and Function of Spleen Spleen is an extended dark red colored organ that is located near...

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Low-Maintenance Pets

Pets make perfect company and in their own way, they can make us feel wanted and cared for. But it isn't easy looking after a pet. One needs to devote time and energy to truly be in sync with the pet. Only then, can one get the best out of the experience of owning a pet. In this fast-paced life, not everyone has the time needed, to devote to...

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How to Tell If Your Dog is Sick

Even if you have given a healthy diet along with the recommended vaccination and routine medical care, there are chances that your pet can be sick. Just like humans, dogs can fall sick, even if, they receive the greatest of hygiene. There can be numerous types of illness which can range from mild or severe depending on their causes. The most...

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Cats versus Dogs

Although both cats and dogs can make great pets, dogs are generally more popular among humans. I cannot personally understand that, since cats are so cute and adorable and they don't scare you by barking, and some cats very rarely meow. But it all boils down to one's preferences, I suppose. There still are some very special reasons for which...

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Low Protein Dog Food Diet

Lately your dog is not being his/her usual self. The eating habits are changing, which means, both of you have been facing some tough times for a while. Perhaps your dog isn't as active as before. After running other important tests, the vet finds out that your dog is in need of a low protein diet. Age can be one of the reasons (but not always)...

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How to Care for a Pug

Pugs have often been called the 'much in little', because of their loving and expressive nature. This breed falls within the 'toy dogs' category because of their small physique. It has been noticed that pugs are vulnerable to many health problems, some of which are genetic in nature, and some occur because of their unique physical structure....

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Canine Stroke Prognosis

The condition of stroke was considered as one of the rare medical occurrences in canines. However, with the advent and improvement of specialist tests, it has been found that this condition is fairly common in most types of dogs. So what is a stroke exactly. This disorder is defined as a condition wherein, part of the brain is devoid of adequate...

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Low Blood Sugar Symptoms in Dogs

Sniff sniff!Dogs have the ability to smell hypoglycemia and alert their owners to take measures before the attack. Most trainers claim that accuracy of trained canines to warn low blood sugar is 90%. But what if your dog has this condition. In that case, you must learn to identify the symptoms...Glucose is the main source of energy for humans...

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Is Sleeping with Pets Dangerous?

Recently, there was a report released by The Centers for Disease Control that highlighted the risks of allowing your pets to sleep in your bed. It kicked up quite a storm, and irked many pet owners who followed the practice of letting their cats or dogs sleep with them. Is it really so dangerous to let pets sleep in the same bed as you do?...

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Skin Bumps on Dogs

When a dog suffers from any skin complications, it becomes very frustrating for the owner. So your pet needs proper care to avoid any kind of diseases. Due to unhygienic conditions, your dog may suffer from different kinds of skin allergies, one of them being skin bumps. These bumps are mainly of two kinds, small bumps and large bumps. Small...

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Dog Health Insurance Reviews

One of the greatest joys of one's life is to be able to own an adorable dog. This loyal companion offers you unending affection, care, love and protection. However, in order to continue receiving the same affection and care for years to come, you do need to ensure maximum dog care. As you know, dogs are not disease immune and hence, they do...

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Dog Vomiting Causes

Vomiting is a very common occurrence in dogs as it is an in-built defense mechanism for them. It is a part of their basic primal nature of scavenging. If they consume something their body does not approve of, they will vomit it out. However, it can also be a sign of a serious health problem in dogs. We shall have a look at the causes in this...

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How to Get Rid of Bad Dog Breath

Has your dog's breath been smelling more than usual lately? Halitosis or bad breath is a common problem in dogs. There are many reasons that can lead to problem of bad breath in dogs. While sometimes the duration for which bad breath in dogs persists is a short one, a long duration suggests a deep rooted problem which needs proper attention...

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Dog's Life Expectancy

Have you ever heard of 'Bluey', the Australian cattle dog, which has been claimed to be the longest-living dog (29 years) till date. Another dog, named 'Bramble' lived to the age of 27 years. These claims are not verified or recorded, but the longest lifespan of a dog, according to records, is 24 years. Contrary to these figures, at present,...

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How to Find Puppies for Adoption

Everybody knows that dogs make great pets. They are the ones who'll love you unconditionally and be a perfect companion, throughout their life. However, if you are tired of living an organized life with an extremely obedient dog, perhaps you should try adopting a puppy. Trust these super cute fur balls to play havoc in your life, if you dare...

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