| Cats,
unlike dogs, do not learn tricks to win your approval. Cats can be taught
to perform tasks such as retrieving toys and jumping through hoops - but it may
take patience and perseverance…and quite a few yummy treats for your feline. |
| With
patience and understanding you can teach any old dog new tricks, depending
on what you are trying to teach, or un-teach the dog, which is usually more difficult.
Dogs can learn at any age, and like humans, it’s just old habits that are
hard to break! |
A
cat will almost never meow at another cat.
Cats
use this sound for humans. |
| A
dog's nose has about 4 times as many scent cells as a cat's and 14 times more
than a human's. That's why dogs are often used to track down illegal drugs and
missing persons. They can sniff out their dinner from any room in the house! |
Arthritis
in Dogs
Arthritis is generally
a medical term that denotes any kind of abnormalities or changes in the joints
and the structural architecture of the body. It might be the result of an infection,
congenital defects, stress or even trauma. Such a condition is usually known as
'Canine Arthritis' in dogs. It might occur in your pet's neck, shoulders, hips,
elbows and back and can be extremely painful. Thus, it becomes necessary that
you remain aware of the subtle changes in your pet's behavior for an early diagnose
of the disease. Identifying early indicators of the disease can save a lot of
pain and discomfort for your dog. It will also help you to avoid fatal repercussions
associated with long-term joint degeneration. In the following lines, we provide
you with the various symptoms, causes and treatments of Arthritis pain in dogs. Symptoms
- Consciousness while
climbing stairs or hesitancy in jumping fences etc
- Difficulty
while sitting, standing or other forms of movement
- Increased
hours of sleeping
- Increased
lethargy and inactivity
- Less
inclination towards playful activities
- Noticeable
limping or pain
- Stiffness
in limbs, especially during the mornings
- Sudden
and unusual weight gain
- Unwillingness
to be patted, touched or picked
Causes
of Arthritis in Dogs - Diseases
like Cancer might also give birth to various arthritic problems.
- Improper
bone development in young dogs may give birth to arthritis.
- In
some dogs, the disease may be genetically transferred.
- Metabolic
disorders and other hormonal problems lead to arthritis.
- Overweight
and obesity may lead to swollen joints.
- Sometimes,
a traumatic injury might also lead to joint instability.
How
to Treat Arthritis in Dogs - Here
are some measures that you can take to cure the problem of Arthritis in your dog.
- Acupuncture techniques by
a good veterinarian will also help to remove arthritic pain in your pet.
- Consult
your veterinarian and give your pet anti-inflammatory and pain-relief medication
when necessary.
- Give him
adequate rest and provide him with a comfortable sleeping area.
- Provide
him adequate exercise and help him stay fit and healthy.
- Provide
your pet a balanced diet and keep a regular check on his weight.
- Surgical
repair of ligaments can also be done to get rid of the problem.
- Various
herbal medication are available that helps to get rid of the problem, effectively
and holistically.
- Various
massage therapies can alleviate Arthritis in dogs. Take the advice of your veterinarian.
However acute arthritic
pain your dog suffers from; he cannot come up to you and share it. It is you who
should be alert and keep a track of his various health related problems. Make
it a point to take your pet to regular health check-ups and help him lead a happy
and healthy life. |
Bathing
Do not bathe your dog too often because that will dry out the skin, deplete healthy
oils from the coat and skin, and lead to scratching and irritation. Frequency
is largely dependent on the breed and activities of the dog. Dogs who spend a
lot of time outside or engage in outdoor activities that expose them to dirt,
bugs and/or debris typically require more bathing, perhaps every 6 weeks or more
frequently. Some groomers recommend bathing double-coated breeds only about 3
times a year and suggest that smooth-coated dogs can go a lot longer between baths
than can curly-coated breeds such as poodles. Too frequent bathing can cause the
coat to soften and reduce its insulating qualities. Wait
until a puppy is more than five weeks old before giving him his first bath. |
Trimming
of Nails
Nails of all the pets should be regularly trimmed and especially
of cats as they have a scratching habit. When trimming the nails, be careful not
to cut them too short and cause bleeding. Cut the nails until you see a dark circle
appearing in the center of the nail. This is the edge of the quick or blood vessel
in the nail bed. |
| Shaving
the coat... may seem like a solution but is not a good idea. A dog's coat
is insulation which protects against both cold and heat. Shaving the coat also
exposes a dog's skin to sunburn! For short Haircuts ... using a clipper with a
snap on comb attachment is a good idea. Cutting just the top coat and not the
undercoat leaves nature's protection against sun and heat and delivers manageable
style. |
| Flea
and tick season is here. Please check your pet daily. If you use front line
put it on 24 hours before a bath or 24 hours after a bath. So it can distribute
thru out the body evenly. It going to be getting warm soon, we can do summer cuts
for easy maintenance. |
