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How do I care for a stray dog?
First give a full vet check-up for disease and parasites; then vaccinate and deworm; bathe it clean at a shop or clinic before bringing home; finally provide a quiet, warm, comfortable home, nutritious food, and daily exercise and training.
How can I remove dog odor from the home?
Dog smell comes from waste, body odor, and bad breath. Bathe and brush regularly, train outdoor or designated toileting and clean up accidents, ventilate often, wash toys, bed, and bowls, and use pet deodorizer, charcoal, or lemon water for strong smells.
How does a sad dog behave?
A sad dog becomes listless, low, and loses appetite, may curl in a corner and whine, and ignore its owner. Dogs are normally eager, so neglect can make them unhappy; if it withdraws and won't respond, comfort it actively.
What to Do If a Dog Has a Runny Nose After a Bath
A runny nose after a bath usually means the dog caught a chill. Some dogs dislike baths and their immunity drops, so in low temperatures they catch colds. What should you do? Our pet care specialists answer.
What Causes a Dog to Arch Its Back?
What causes a dog to arch its back? There are many reasons a dog arches its back, but it certainly means the dog is uncomfortable. Find the cause and treat it promptly. Our pet care specialists explain the causes and solutions.
Why Won’t a Dog Let You Trim Its Nails, and What to Do?
A dog's paws are rich in nerves, so they're sensitive to touch, especially in adults. Train your dog young to accept nail trimming so it won't resist later. Our pet care specialists explain why dogs refuse and how to trim them.
What does it mean when a dog lies on its back?
A dog lying on its back shows deep trust and relaxation, since the belly is vulnerable. It may also expose its belly to show affection or excitement; belly rubs at this moment make it happy and strengthen your bond.
What causes a lump at my dog’s tail base and on its chest?
A lump on a dog's tail base or chest is usually caused by a skin problem—a bacterial infection forming scabs or parasite bites. Put on an Elizabethan collar, disinfect with iodine, and see a vet for a skin scrape if it does not improve; bacterial pyoderma needs pet-safe antibacterial medication.
After a bath my dog’s eye won’t open; it started tearing, then yellow pus. What’s wrong?
After bathing, eye won't open with tearing—likely shampoo entered the eye, causing irritant conjunctivitis or corneal injury. Put on an Elizabethan collar, clean the eye, use pet anti-inflammatory eye drops. If no improvement, see a vet promptly to avoid worse damage.
What are the symptoms of a dog’s muscle strain?
Symptoms: pain, cautious walking, wobbling, limping, holding leg up. From pain, may refuse touch or show aggression; sensitive dogs whine, lose appetite. Usually from improper exercise (long runs, intense activity). Apply cold compress; mild strains self-heal in about a month.