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What happens if my dog’s skin disease is left untreated?
Untreated skin disease can worsen, spread and even become contagious. Here is why prompt care matters.
My dog has hind-leg pain and won’t put weight on it – what could it be?
Hind-leg pain that prevents weight-bearing is often a fracture or joint injury. Here is what to do.
What medicine can I give my dog for a cold?
Use a dog-specific cold medicine when possible. Here is guidance on safe use and when to avoid human drugs.
How long does it take for a dog’s nephritis to heal?
Nephritis in dogs is either acute or chronic. Here is the typical recovery timeline and what to expect.
Can I keep my dog from growing big, and is that safe?
A dog's size is set by genetics and can't be changed by care or drugs. Growth-stunting medications seriously harm health and shorten lifespan, and severe diet restriction hurts bone and muscle development and can cause lethargy or even anemia. Choose a small breed instead.
My dog had fracture-repair surgery and now won’t put weight on the leg — what’s wrong?
After fracture internal fixation, suddenly not bearing weight can mean the plate or pin shifted, an infection developed, or healing pain. Keep the dog strictly rested, and get an X-ray recheck with the surgeon — a displaced implant needs revision surgery, while infection or pain is managed with crate rest and vet-prescribed anti-inflammatories.
How do dogs choose where to poop?
Dogs pick toilet spots by safety and smell. Here is the instinct and a housebreaking tip.
How long does a cold last in an adult dog?
An adult dog's cold usually improves in 3-5 days, faster with prompt care. Here is the timeline.
Can feline distemper (panleukopenia) spread to dogs?
Feline distemper does not spread to dogs. Here is how it transmits and the isolation steps to take.
What to Do When Your Dog Refuses to Toilet at Home During Quarantine
Dogs trained to relieve themselves outdoors often refuse to go at home during lockdown. Help them by setting up a familiar toilet spot with pee pads, adding their own scent, mimicking outdoor ground, and encouraging water intake—and ease their stress with play.