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What’s a Normal Dog Temperature — and How to Take It
A dog’s normal rectal temperature runs 38–39 °C for pups and 37.5–38.5 °C for adults (milk pups lower, about 34.5–36 °C at birth). The rectal method is most accurate; the inner-thigh method reads about 0.5 °C low. Clean, lubricate, and don’t push past 3 cm.
Things to Know Before Getting a Dog
Bringing a dog home means taking on a parent's responsibility for its whole life, so time your decision well and understand the trade-offs between purebreds and mixed breeds. Choose your source carefully, from shelters and reputable breeders to pet stores and online ads, each with its own risks.
Caring for a Female Dog in Heat (Her ‘Period’)
Intact female dogs cycle roughly every six months, bleeding for about 14 days — many owners are surprised to learn dogs have a 'period' at all. Signs are a swollen vulva, frequent licking, clinginess, and lighter appetite; care means warmth, iron-rich food, gentle cleaning, rest, and no baths, vaccines, or outings until it passes.
What Dog Food Is Best for a Beagle
Beagles thrive on age- and body-type-appropriate kibble rather than the priciest brand, since the right nutrient balance matters more than the label. Kibble should make up at least 90 percent of the diet, with treats and extras filling the remaining 10 percent.
How to Ship a Pet by Train
Train pet shipping means vaccinating first, getting a pet immunization certificate, then a quarantine and disinfection certificate from the animal inspection office. On travel day, bring your ticket plus both certificates to the station about three hours early and use a proper travel crate.
When to Give Your Dog Deworming Medicine
Deworming should begin when a puppy is 3–4 weeks old and then continue on a regular schedule, with adult dogs treated at least once a year. Pick the dewormer based on the parasite you're targeting and always dose by your dog's weight — and give it on an empty stomach, waiting about eight hours before the next meal.
Why Your Dog’s Nose Is Dry — and What to Do
A dry nose isn't automatically illness — dogs lick to keep it moist, so it's normally dry right after waking, like our lips in the morning. But a dry nose plus low energy can signal trouble: mild cases are often 'internal heat' eased by water and a little glucose or minerals; paired with diarrhea, chocolate-colored stool, or fever and odd behavior, it may be distemper or a serious virus needing a vet and vaccines.
Shetland Sheepdog Price: What to Expect
A Shetland Sheepdog typically runs around 2,500 yuan, with puppies in many cities closer to 2,000 and adults near 10,000. They're a smart, easy-to-train breed (6th in working intelligence) with a smooth, effortless trot powered by the hindquarters. Buy only from reputable breeders — dog markets are riddled with sick 'week dogs.'
Choosing the Best Dog Food for a Shetland Sheepdog
Good kibble for a Sheltie comes down to what's inside the bag, not the shape of the pieces. Check that a real meat source leads the ingredient list (ingredients are ranked by weight) and read the full label for the manufacturer's details. Ignore pellet size and uniformity — they say nothing about quality.
Neutering a Male Dog: Effects and Benefits
Neutering a male dog is worthwhile: it prevents age-related prostate enlargement (treated by cutting testosterone so the gland shrinks) and removes the cancer risk of undescended testicles, which are also hereditary. The common excuses — 'he won't breed,' 'he'll hold a grudge,' 'just keep him confined' — don't hold up, since intact males roam, fight, and act out from sexual frustration; neutering is no more 'unnatural' than keeping a pet at all.