Some dogs will literally eat anything and everything. It doesn’t matter how much you spoil them, or how much love and money goes into preparing their favorite food; they just can’t resist sampling any number of random things, and hair ties are no exception. In May 2019, a Goldendoodle from Texas, US, had to have surgery to remove over 100 hair ties from his stomach. This is … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Swallows a Hair Tie
Are Pomeranians Easy to Train? (Yes, but there are some things you should know)
Pomeranians are best known for being picture-perfect little cuties, but they are also well known for a much less desirable characteristic: they're little misfits if not properly trained. When it comes to training a Pomeranian, there is good news and bad news: The good news is, they are very smart dogs, so training them can be rather easy. The bad news is, they require a lot … [Read more...] about Are Pomeranians Easy to Train? (Yes, but there are some things you should know)
What to Do if Your Dog Has Eaten Vaseline (Symptoms and Treatment)
Vaseline, which is a brand name petroleum jelly, is a common household product with many uses. But, did you know vets also use and recommend petroleum jelly to treat dogs in various ways? For example, one of the most common ways petroleum jelly is used for dogs is to put a little bit on their paws when they go outside in the winter. The petroleum jelly acts as a water … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Has Eaten Vaseline (Symptoms and Treatment)
What to Do if Your Dog Kills a Cat
As pet owners, we love seeing dogs and cats get along like the best of friends. Sadly, that's not typically how things work out between these two animals. While some breeds, like the Havanese, get along exceptionally well with cats, they are the exception, not the rule. Many years ago, my mother had two young cats that jumped the neighbor's fence. Unfortunately, the … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Kills a Cat
What to Do If Your Dog Has No Energy
As dog owners, we're used to our furry friends energetically greeting us when we walk through the door; getting excited any time we mention going for a walk or car ride; and buzzing around like little bees when they're bored and restless... But what if your dog stops behaving this way for no apparent reason? What if one day, out of the blue, they just don't seem interested … [Read more...] about What to Do If Your Dog Has No Energy
What to Do if Your Dog Swallows a Sock
My Pit bull-mix, Morty has chewed up and scarfed down plenty of garments over the years. Everything from t-shirts to underwear to socks. In fact, socks are one of the most common items dogs like to swallow. Thankfully, this hasn't caused him any serious problems, but that's not always the case for every pup that snacks on a sock. While it's not exactly clear why this … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Swallows a Sock
What to Do if Your Dog Swallows a Ziploc Bag
Some dogs will swallow anything they can fit in their mouth, including Ziploc bags. Though, it's worth noting dogs don't have brand loyalty – any plastic bag will do. In fact, I was once friends with a guy who's Boxer loved to eat plastic bottles. If your dog swallowed a Ziploc bag, don't panic. Wait two hours to see if your dog throws up the bag. If it has been more than … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Swallows a Ziploc Bag
What to Do if Your Dog Has Eaten Rat Poison (Symptoms & Treatment)
So, you've got a rat problem, and you decide to do what most people do, and you get some rat poison... It makes sense, but as a pet owner, you should be warned that dogs and cats sometimes like to eat or lick rat poison. Continue reading for more information about the symptoms and treatment... If you have witnessed your dog eat or lick rat poison; eat a rat that has been … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Has Eaten Rat Poison (Symptoms & Treatment)
What to Do if Your Dog Catches a Bird
My wife and I have been working on a greenhouse for the past few months, and the other day, a tiny bird flew into one of the windows, knocking itself out. For a second, we thought the bird was dead, but then it quickly sprung up and tried to fly away, until... Our dog, Maggie saw it, and instantaneously caught it and crushed it with her jaws. The whole event happened so … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Catches a Bird
What to Do If Your Dog Breaks a Tooth (Symptoms & Treatment)
As humans, it's easy for us to underestimate just how important a dog's teeth are to them. If we chip a tooth, it's usually a vanity problem more than anything else. We go to the dentist, get the tooth repaired or replaced, and move on with our life as if nothing happened. However, what if your dog chips a tooth? It's usually a much more serious health problem for them. A … [Read more...] about What to Do If Your Dog Breaks a Tooth (Symptoms & Treatment)
