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What is a Whippet like?
Whippets are gentle, friendly and very loyal, with high intelligence that makes training easy. Their athletic ability is strong, and with training they become excellent guard or hunting dogs.
My dog seems to have a fever and I don’t know what to do, or how to tell if a dog has a fever.
A feverish dog shows a raised temperature, red conjunctiva, dry nose, rapid breathing, loss of appetite and lethargy, but you must measure to be sure. Take a rectal temperature; above 39.5C means fever.
My dog has coronavirus and had IV drips at the vet for two days but is still not better, still vomiting and refusing food. I can no longer afford the bills but cannot bear to see it suffer. Is there a cheap, useful substitute medicine I can try?
Canine coronavirus usually needs about 7 days of treatment, so two days is too short. Hospitalization with fluids is best because it allows close monitoring and a higher cure rate.
What happens if a dog eats stomach medicine?
A dog eating human stomach medicine may worsen gastric irritation, causing more diarrhea and vomiting, and ingredients it cannot metabolize can even cause poisoning. When a dog has stomach problems, first stop feeding it.
What happens if a dog eats toothpaste?
Pet-specific toothpaste is usually harmless because it is edible. A small amount of human toothpaste is also fine; just give the dog some probiotics and water and observe.
What kind of dog can get rabies?
Normally, unvaccinated pet dogs and stray dogs are the most likely to contract rabies. After infection the dog shows fear of light and water, nervous sensitivity, a dull stare, irritability, frantic barking, biting, and drooling.
At what age should a dog start brushing its teeth?
Start brushing at about 6 months during teething; use pet toothpaste and brush 2 to 3 times weekly to prevent oral infection. At first the dog may resist, so clean with gauze on your finger until it adapts, then use a brush.
What happens if a dog eats grapes?
A dog eating grapes may show vomiting, diarrhea, no urine, poor appetite, lethargy, and coma from poisoning, even acute kidney failure and death. A large dog eating one or two grapes may show no symptoms; watch it and see a vet if ill. Avoid onions, chocolate, and cherries too.
What happens if a dog uses human shampoo?
Human shampoo harms a dog's skin and coat because dog skin is less alkaline and human products are too strong, causing dry rough fur, itching, and dandruff with long use. Use pet shampoo and do not bathe too often.
How do you train a dog to fetch a ball?
First, get the dog interested in a small ball through play, and use treats to teach the drop command by trading the ball for food. Then throw it short distances, showing the treat to lure it back, and gradually throw farther with repetition.