Should a dog be taken for a walk right after a meal (It's not mine!)?
Most veterinarians recommend waiting 30 minutes or more after eating before taking a dog on a lengthy walk. Certainly it is okay to take your dog outside to eliminate shortly after a meal, but for anything more vigorous, it is advised to wait a little while.
There is no scientific proof that walking a dog with a full stomach may lead to a gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), a life-threatening condition where the stomach twists around on itself. This requires emergency treatment in order to
prevent shock
Posts Tagged ‘Dogs’
Should You Buckle Up Your Dog?
by Lori S. November 22nd, 2011 | Dogs
I have fond memories of taking my dog, Barnie Sue, for rides in the car. She had superb manners, staying in the passenger seat, nose daintily pointed towards the open window. Most often, we would travel the mile down familiar roads to pick up my mother from work. Once my mom would get in the car, Barnie always greeted her excitedly - a few quick licks - then the dog would take her position in the back seat without so much as a prompt.
I guess I never thought about the possibility that my beloved pet would be injured if
I guess I never thought about the possibility that my beloved pet would be injured if
Oxygen Drinks for Pets: Gimmick?
by Dena B. Baker DVM November 16th, 2011 | Ask the Vet
Are the new oxygenated drinks for pets worth trying, or just a gimmick?
Companies selling oxygenated drinks claim that they can promote "higher energy levels, a greater mental awareness, a stronger immune systems, and a greater ability for the body to detoxify." It is scientifically true that an increased level of oxygen concentration of the air you breathe does directly affect performance. This is why it is "harder to breath" at higher altitudes where there is a lower oxygen concentration in the atmosphere.
However, after searching the scientific literature, I could not find any research that shows such an effect from
Companies selling oxygenated drinks claim that they can promote "higher energy levels, a greater mental awareness, a stronger immune systems, and a greater ability for the body to detoxify." It is scientifically true that an increased level of oxygen concentration of the air you breathe does directly affect performance. This is why it is "harder to breath" at higher altitudes where there is a lower oxygen concentration in the atmosphere.
However, after searching the scientific literature, I could not find any research that shows such an effect from
De-worming
by Bea November 15th, 2011 | Dogs, Gracie
If you have been following along, you may know that our Gracie came back from the rescue a little thinner than we had hoped. We have been feeding her extra food and extra snacks, but she is still slim. We have definitely been able to put on a pound or two, but it would be nice to not be able to see her rib cage. In general, she's a pretty picky eater. She requires certain food that is specialized (and expensive) and she eats at certain times of the day. We even have to feed her at midnight because
Not All Pet Adoptions Work
by Lori S. November 3rd, 2011 | Pet Adoption
Several years ago, I took in a Jack Russell Terrier. I felt excited to adopt this beautiful dog, but I had many questions running through my head. Would he fit into my lifestyle? Would he tolerate my cats? Would he be able to co-exist with three lively children?
Sam was a dog in limbo. His owner had lost her job, and she had moved into an apartment that did not allow dogs. I, on the other hand, have a fairly large piece of property, and I wanted a small dog for myself and for my children. It seemed like an
Sam was a dog in limbo. His owner had lost her job, and she had moved into an apartment that did not allow dogs. I, on the other hand, have a fairly large piece of property, and I wanted a small dog for myself and for my children. It seemed like an
