The full length of this adult female’s spay incision was tattooed, but some spay/neuter tattoos are not as long. Photo by Nancy Kerns. Dogs who have been spayed or neutered may have a small tattoo on their abdomen, or “tummy.” Called a “sterilization indicator tattoo,” this …
When done right, teaching a dog to respond to her name is usually an easy and fun experience. Credit: Mary Swift | Getty Images Asking for a dog to pay attention by calling her name is one of the most commonly used cues in everyday life …
It’s tough to manage one puppy, let alone two, and it could cause the puppy who gets less attention to look to his littermate for guidance, something called “littermate syndrome.” Credit: Catherine Falls Commercial | Getty Images “Littermate syndrome” is a general term used to describe …
While much of the time flatulence is normal for a dog, particularly foul-smelling or frequent farts could be a sign of a dietary or health problem. Credit: Lourdes Balduque | Getty Images An occasional toot here and there is one thing, but if your dog’s nether …
Pepto Bismol helps dogs with vomiting and diarrhea. @Cunaplus_M.Faba/Getty Images Vomiting and/or diarrhea are no picnic for you or your dog. It’s only natural to want a home remedy that will offer relief as quickly as possible. Since Pepto Bismol helps our upset stomachs, you may …
In most of the stock photos of people brushing a dog’s teeth, the dog model has short hair—for a good reason! It’s hard to see whether you are actually making contact with the dog’s teeth when there is a lot of hair in the way. Photo …
Natural ingredients such as aloe, honey, and vinegar can be useful for treating your dog’s minor wounds at home. Credit: Ashley-Belle Burns | Getty Image While serious injuries require medical attention, many common problems can be treated on the trail or at home with simple, inexpensive, …
