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What to Do When a Dog Vomits After Eating Chicken Bones
Dogs eating bones seems natural, but we advise against it. Some owners face bone-vomit; this article covers the harm and handling.
What to Do When a Dog’s Bone Is Stuck
Many think dogs love bones and toss leftovers, but bones lodge in gut or stomach - undigested, unpassed, causing problems. This article covers what to do.
How to Help a Dog Digest Bones Quickly
Dogs are smart and sneaky and may steal bones, but they can hardly digest them; buildup can block the esophagus. How to help? This article explains.
What to Do When a Dog Can’t Pass a Swallowed Bone
A dog's digestion can't handle large bones; if swallowed whole they may lodge and never pass. How to help it out? This article explains.
Are You Also Troubled by Your Dog’s Bad Breath?
There are many and varied causes of dog bad breath—oral and dental disease, respiratory infection, or even precursors of digestive or systemic disease. Here we explore the causes and some tips to eliminate it.
What to Do If Your Dog Takes Too Much Dewormer?
Both internal and external parasite control requires deworming medication. Some dogs have mild side effects like vomiting and diarrhea. An overdose can irritate the stomach and cause serious problems. Today we explain what to do if a dog overdoses on dewormer.
Think Kidney Failure in Dogs Is Rare? Think Again
Canine kidney failure is common—the 4th leading cause of dog death. Unlike cats, it often follows periodontal bacteria or heart disease. Signs are more drinking/urinating, mouth ulcers, anorexia, and weight loss. Manage with diet (controlled phosphorus and protein) and supervised feeding.
Common Digestive Diseases in Dogs and Their Treatment
Common canine digestive diseases are gastritis (with enteritis), gastric dilation, and constipation. Each has clear causes and treatments—from diet fixes and enemas to, in severe cases, induced vomiting or surgery.
How Should a Dog Take Deworming Medicine?
Dewormer dose follows body weight—never overdose. Give it about two hours after eating to cut gut irritation, watch the stool for passed worms, and for sensitive dogs use a gentler drug and vary the brand.
Toxic Plants for Cats and Dogs (Part 1)
Cats and dogs love to chew on household plants, but some are harmful and can cause poisoning if eaten. This article introduces which plants are toxic to cats and dogs.