Once we get past the grossness factor, there are a couple of reasons for this behavior. First, the contents of a used tissue are often very salty and this can be tasty…. at least to a dog! Second, dogs like to shred things putting their paws on their slain prey and...
For any dog owner who witnesses this behavior – it brings on feelings of pure disgust for a most beloved dog. Then the next emotional concern is whether or not the owner has done something wrong. Rest assured, this is not case. Dogs who eat their own stool are...
Some kitties are quite standoffish. This behavior makes it really hard to love up on your cat who just wants to be left alone. For some of these cats, it’s hard to even have time with them sitting on your lap. Some cats can be pampered with a brush with fresh catnip...
My first question would be whether the veterinarian finds any fluid in the anal glands and what it looks like. Liquid from the anal glands should be brown, thin and see through. If it’s anything other than that, there is infection. If the liquid is more like...
You are absolutely right – some dogs really do know how to hide pain! Here are some signs: slow to get up, starting to get a bit grumpy if touched a certain way, a tinge of blue or purple color on the tongue, an incomplete shake. The first two are pretty simple...
First thing to check is whether he’s ever been vaccinated for rabies. Even if it was only one time in his life, you should be safe from rabies as a reason for a bite. If he broke the skin and drew blood, there’s a good chance you can get an infection. Cat...
