The decision to have a dog should not be taken lightly.  It may be so enticing to have a dog as a pet especially if you are taken by a friend’s beautiful and very friendly dog. You want to have one for yourself, too! But before you even ran to the pound or shelter and adopt one, remember that dogs, or any pet for that matter, have needs that pet parents should be willing to provide and attend to.

Being a dog owner requires you to be committed to meeting your pet’s basic needs. You can’t just feed your dog and that’s it!  A pet dog needs to be trained and to undergo socialization so he will become an obedient and desirable member of the household.

Make sure that you devote time for your pet. They are like kids; they need your attention, too. Those very loveable dogs should be showered with much love so that will also able to show love to the people ... Read more »

With their extremely sensitive sense of smell, cats turn their backs on food that has gone spoiled. Stale food has an undesirable odor that many cats hate. Also, spoiled food may contain harmful microorganisms that can cause disease.

Canned cat food can easily get spoiled especially when it is not stored in the refrigerator once it is opened. Under normal room temperature, canned food should never be out of the fridge for more than 20 minutes. This is true during summer when you don’t have air conditioning, and during winter when the heater is turned on.

Once you have opened a can of cat food, get just enough of the cat food, and transfer the remaining canned food into clean containers and stored in the refrigerator. It is recommended that smaller meals be given at regular intervals throughout the day.

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If you’ve ever had a corn or callous on your foot then you know how sensitive and painful a corn can be. Did you know that our canine friends can get corns on their feet or paws as well? If you think your dog may be developing a corn on his paw, contact your vet Wake Forest, NC to schedule an exam. Corns typically appear on the digital, metacarpal or metatarsal paw pads of dogs. Most of these skin lesions are found on the digital paw pads of breeds like greyhounds, but may be found in other breeds as well. Signs of corn development include visible pain to your dog when pressure is applied to the paw when walking. You may notice excessive nail growth on the particular paw due to lack of use. If you have to take your dog in for an orthopedic examination, make sure a paw pad examination is included.

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Some pets are just plain remarkable and deserve a little time in the spotlight. From fastest dog to smallest dog, the Guinness Book of World Records features several dogs and their amazing accomplishments. Just ask your veterinary clinic Wake Forest NC and he may be able to share a few stories of the famous pups. For instance, some record books currently recognize the world’s lightest dog as a Chihuahua named Ducky. Ducky weighs around 1.4 pounds and stands about 4.9 inches tall. He is a short-coat Chihuahua living in Massachusetts. He is the smallest dog by height and has also been recognized as one of the lightest dogs. Chihuahua’s tend to hold many of the lightest, smallest, and shortest records due to their small stature. If you’re looking to adopt a Chihuahua talk to your vet first. He can help you determine if this particular small breed is a good match for your home.

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If you own a dog then you may have noticed how his ears perk up and he faces the television whenever certain sights or sounds come across the screen. You may be wondering if your dog is watching television or simply looking in the general direction of the TV. Your veterinarian Raleigh, NC can help your understand what your dog is most likely doing. Research shows that domestic dogs can perceive images on a TV screen. Dogs are also smart enough to understand when the image is that of another animal. Dogs are also capable of recognizing TV dog sounds such as barking, whimpering, and crying. These recognitions may draw a dog’s attention to the TV screen causing them to “watch” for a time. It’s probably similar to looking out a window. Your dog hears a noise, heads to the TV screen and stares at the perceived animal until it walks away.

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The Maltese dog is a member of the toy dog breed. The name of the breed comes from the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. Some researches; however, have found name references to the Adriatic island of Mljet and the Sicilian town of Melita. If you are considering adoption, your veterinarian Raleigh, NC can help you learn more about this breed in detail. In general, the Maltese has a silky, long and straight coat. They are most often a pure white color with a pale ivory tinge to the ear area. Some may have curly hair. The Maltese generally weighs between 3 to 10 pounds though the breed standard is set between 5 and 8 pounds. They are typically between 7 and 12 inches tall. The Maltese is recommended for people with allergies as they do not shed. It is said the Maltese is bred to be a “cuddly companion dog.”

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