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How can I improve my dog’s appetite?
Poor appetite can stem from health issues, stress, environment changes, or a monotonous diet. Increase appetite by playing and walking with the dog, mixing old and new food during transitions, and adding meat to meals.
My cat has diarrhea with blood in the stool — is it because I recently changed its food?
Bloody stool can be parasites, indigestion, enteritis, or distemper. Recent food change likely caused indigestion or allergy; adjust diet, give probiotics, and transition food gradually. See a vet if it persists.
Irish Wolfhound
The Irish Wolfhound is a true giant and the tallest dog breed in the world, originating in Ireland around 100 BC. Once used by the Celts to hunt wolves, today its gentle, loyal nature makes it an excellent companion and watchdog.
Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a strong working dog with herding and guarding ability. A loyal partner with all-weather stamina, it is harmonious, slightly longer than tall, medium-sized, with moderate bone and variable, individualistic color. Focused and lively, supple and agile, muscular but not heavy, with a medium, harsh coat.
Briard
The Briard, also called the Brie Shepherd Dog, takes its name from the Brie region of France, famous for its cheese. An ancient French working breed, it is energetic and alert, strong but not coarse, with the power and agility of a sheepdog.
ClumberSpaniel
The Clumber Spaniel, also known as the Clumber Hound, originated in France in the 19th century. This breed has deep amber eyes, a large gentle expression, and a heavy build suited to flushing game in dense cover.
Canaan Dog
The Canaan Dog is an ancient Middle Eastern breed, curious yet aloof, once used as a guide dog and now valued for herding, guarding, tracking and rescue work.
Siberian Huskiy
The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working dog bred by the Chukchi people of Siberia to pull sleds. Friendly, energetic and wolf-like in appearance, it is now a popular but strong-willed companion.
What should you feed a newly bought puppy?
When first bringing a puppy home, keep it on its previous food for a while to avoid diet-change stress, then transition gradually after a week. Puppies under one month mainly need mother's milk or goat milk; after weaning, soften puppy kibble with goat milk or warm water. From three months, feed puppy kibble directly.
How do you raise a native (mixed-breed) dog?
Raising a native dog is no different from raising a purebred. Choose suitable food by age and condition, transition diets gradually, and feed measured amounts with fruit, vegetables, and meat as supplements - but never onions, grapes, or chives. Deworm regularly, vaccinate on time, and walk it daily for physical and mental health.