Acupressure is a technique that has been used for a long time to treat several health issues in dogs. But how to learn it? This article gives you a short introduction to the traditional Chinese massaging technique. Acupressure is a Valuable Technique to Treat Dogs Acupressure has been used in ancient China centuries ago. It …
There are dozens of causes for stomach upsets in your dog. A proper diagnosis by your veterinarian is important to select the right therapy. Acupressure, however, can soothe minor stomach upsets or can be used to enhance conventional veterinary treatment strategies. Causes for Stomach Upsets in Dogs There are multiple causes for an upset stomach. The most …
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Canine arthritis is one of the most commonly diagnosed health issues in dogs. The treatment consists of medical pain management and modification of home and exercise. But there’s more you can do to help your furry companion! Here are 10 ways how you can help your dog to get relief from arthritis pain. What is …
There are many reasons you may want to fly with your dog. Traveling with pets is becoming more popular. But most of us don’t do it every day, as it’s much more complicated than traveling alone. Here’s what you need to consider before booking a flight with your pup. Bringing Your Dog on a Plane …
Chronic pain in dogs is more common than we think. As our dogs can’t tell us when it hurts, they often suffer in silence. Signs of pain can easily be misinterpreted or overlooked in a dog. But we can learn to read our pet’s behavior! Dogs don’t tell us when there is pain The face …
Many dog parents are wondering what the life expectancy of their furry friend is. How long do dogs actually live? As with many things in life, the answer is, it depends. How Long do Dogs Usually Live? When adopting a dog, we inevitably think about its life expectancy, because logically we want our best friends …
Collar and harnesse are the two most popular choices for pet owners to control their dog. But which do you pick to attach your leash to when bringing your dog on a walk? What are the benefits of each and are there any downfalls to choosing one over the other? Let’s try to get to …
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Hip dysplasia is a common condition in dogs. It is a hereditary disease that is also associated with rapid growth and high energy diet. However, hip dysplasia could be seen on rare occasions in smaller breeds too. At the end of this article, you will find a point prescription to treat hip dysplasia with acupressure. …
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Elbow Dysplasia in Dogs is a group of multiple disorders in the cartilage and surrounding structures of the elbow joint. These developmental disorders are named as fragmented medial coronoid process (FCP), ununited anconeal process (UAP), osteochondritis dissecans (OCD), and elbow incongruity. What is Elbow Dysplasia? Elbow dysplasia is hereditary but is also associated with rapid …
Over a long time, it was believed that one dog year equals seven human years. But that’s not correct as large breed dogs have a much shorter life expectancy compared to smaller dogs. Here is a more accurate approach to calculating your dog’s age! Dog years run faster A common rule of thumb to calculate …
