During the final stage of dying, disorientation and restlessness will grow. There will be significant changes in the patient’s breathing and continence. How long does the last stage…
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With a sense of smell that’s 10,000 to 100,000 times more sensitive than a human’s, our companions can often smell cancer, changes in blood sugar levels, stress hormones,…
Most experts agree you shouldn’t leave your adult dog alone for more than eight to 10 hours, but some dogs (especially ones with small bladders) can’t last that…
Even dogs that live together or are related can and will fight. Unfortunately, some fighting dogs will not stop fighting until an injury occurs that results in one…
The most common side effects your dog may experience from melatonin are extreme drowsiness, fatigue, digestive issues and, in some cases, an increased heart rate. Veterinary Partner says…
Benadryl Tablets According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, the standard dose for Benadryl is 2-4 milligrams per kilogram of body weight, or 0.9-1.8 milligrams (mg) of Benadryl per…
You may see them twitch or take a final breath. This can be startling, but it’s a normal part of the process. Your pet isn’t in pain. Use…
Use Repellents Something that is generally very effective is vinegar – dogs seem to hate the pungent, acrid smell of vinegar, and its application in a few strategic…
Sniffer dogs have been trained to detect ultra-low concentrations of bacteria which cause lung infections in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients. Can dogs smell bacterial infections? Sniffer dogs have…
Because dogs can smell fear! If they smell fear on you, they’ll become more aggressive and possibly attack. What happens if a dog smells your fear? Dogs exposed…