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When Should a Dog Be Vaccinated?
Puppies have low disease immunity and usually start vaccines at 6 weeks, so owners should plan ahead. This article covers the vaccination schedule.
Dog Licking Paws Constantly? Watch for These 5 Worrying Causes
Dogs occasionally lick fur—normal for emotion and stress relief—but constant licking is not good. Normally they don't lick constantly; it likely means one of these. Let's find out.
What to Watch for with Dog Allergies
There are many causes of allergic reactions in dogs; with over two thousand allergens in nature, the chance is fairly high. Here we detail the types of allergens.
What to Do When Your Dog Has a Runny Nose with Blood, and What Causes It?
A dog with a cold usually has clear nasal discharge, or thick pus if inflammation is severe. But a runny nose with blood is more than a simple cold. This article explains the common causes and solutions for bloody nasal discharge in dogs.
What Causes Dog Rhinitis?
Dogs get rhinitis too—frequent runny nose, nose scratching, and even hair loss and scabs when severe, worse-looking than in people. Here are the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Common Dog Skin Diseases and Treatments
Maybe it is the thick coat—dogs' skin always has small problems. Minor, but uncomfortable, and severe itching is misery. Here is a summary of common dog skin diseases and treatments.
What Medicine for Red Dog Eyes?
Red dog eyes have many causes—dry eye, conjunctivitis, hemorrhage, corneal injury, glaucoma—so treatment differs. See a vet to protect vision; never use human eye drops blindly.
Puppy’s Skin Around the Eyes Is Red—What to Do
Red skin around a puppy's eyes can come from periorbital dermatitis, allergies, or irritants. Identify the cause—skin scrape, allergy testing, or eye wash—and always use an Elizabethan collar if the puppy scratches.
Principles of Making Homemade Dog Food
Many owners enjoy cooking for their dogs, but homemade food must follow sound rules or the dog may refuse it or become malnourished. This guide covers balanced ingredients, gradual introduction, cooking method, calcium, and palatability.
Over a month old, kept vomiting after vaccination, now barely moves – only breathing remains
Your dog may be having a vaccine allergic reaction - some dogs react with rapid breathing, swelling, itchy skin, and vomiting, and severe allergy can cause breathing difficulty or shock. The dog's state is poor; take it to a vet promptly for desensitization and check antibody levels, and if insufficient, revaccinate appropriately.