Health

Can My Dog Get Sick Or Have A Cold?

Have you ever wondered if your dog could catch the same kind of cold that you currently have or gotten in the past? Coughing, sneezing, and watery eyes regularly afflict humans, but can dogs get colds too? Not exactly. While the common cold is a catch-all for many human illnesses, dogs can’t contract the same bugs. However, dogs can get sick with cold-like symptoms, like a runny nose, coughing, sneezing, and watery eyes. “Veterinarians use the term Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC) to refer to cold-like respiratory infections in dogs,” explains Dr. Jo Myers, a veterinarian at Vetster. Most […]

How To Stop Tear Stains With These Top Tips From Experts

It’s time to get rid of your dog’s tear stains that are natural, but very noticeable on white haired dogs especially. All breeds can get tear stains, and yes they are a sign of a medical condition, but the good news it that they are non-serious and harmless for the majority of the time! If you want to get rid of that reddish-brownish look and medical conditions have been ruled out by your veterinarian there are products from over-the-counter that can help stop and get rid of such a problem. So lets take a dive into the causes of these […]

How Often Should My Dog Exercise: The Benefits?

You just brought your new dog home, or you noticed your older dog is sleeping around too much, and you wonder if your dog should be getting some exercise. Well just like people, any kind of exercise is going to be beneficial, so how often should your dog be getting exercise? The frequency and duration of exercise for your dog can vary depending on their age, breed, size, and overall health. Based on these four categories I created a general guideline that any dog owner can follow: 1. Daily Exercise: Most dogs benefit from some form of exercise every day. […]