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Your new puppy shivers for many of the same reasons that humans do. He may be cold--shivering is the body's way of warming itself. Or, your puppy may be suffering from nervousness or a fever. Less commonly, your new puppy's shivering or trembling may be...
Feline fever can be identified by looking for particular symptoms, as well as taking the cat's temperature. A cat's normal temperature is between 100 and 102.5 degrees F. However, elevated temperature is not the only indication of a fever.
Because of their small stature and small percentage of muscle, Yorkshire Terriers and other toy dog breeds are more susceptible to hypoglycemic incidents than their larger canine cousins. Luckily, the symptoms of hypoglycemia in a Yorkie are easy to...
A victim may go into shock for many reasons including major injury, blood loss, allergic reaction, internal bleeding, systemic infection or major organ malfunctions. Shock is caused by the heart not pumping enough blood to provide oxygen to the victim's...
Sudden vomiting in dogs needs to be addressed right away. It is important to figure out the cause of the vomiting in order to best treat the dog. There are signs to watch for, and treatments that can be given to help the dog feel better and stop vomiting...
Canine arthritis is a debilitating disease affecting young and old dogs. The disease can affect the hips, back, neck, shoulders and elbows, causing stiffness and pain in the joints. Arthritic dogs can be especially sensitive to cold temperatures that can...
The canine muscular system is composed of individual muscles, which are a group of cells held together by connective tissue. There are three types of muscle tissue: smooth, cardiac and skeletal. Each muscle has a specific role in the function of the...
Any blockage in a dog's digestive tract should be considered an emergency. Canine bowel obstruction can potentially kill a dog if it tears holes in the digestive organs and by robbing the dog of the ability to absorb food properly.
Pomeranians are fluffy little bundles of joy. They are one of the loyalist lap dog breeds around. Weighing in at about 6 to 7 pounds, Pomeranians may come in a small package, but their needs are not small. They need love, attention, training, and...
Feral cats are often the targets of intentional poisoning because they are considered a nuisance. But they can also be victims of accidental poisoning, through access to automotive chemicals, garbage and rodent poisons.
Composure Liquid, a support supplement, is administered to dogs to assist in stress-related situations and when anxiety causes behavior problems. It is manufactured by Vetri-Science and is for use in animals only.
A cat's tail is like words to us humans. It can say a number of different things and it can say them with varying degrees of forcefulness. Here is how to know what your cat's tail movements are saying.
When your canine suffers from low blood sugar (or hypoglycemia), it's hard for both of you. It's important to understand how to treat low blood sugar in dogs. If it isn't treated, your dog could suffer in a serious way and may even die. However, by...
Instructions Fill Your Yard with Feathered Gems Step 1: Who can resist a yard full of jewel-toned songbirds? Drawing birds to your backyard is simple. Provide cover from predators, a source of clean water, room to nest and roost and a variety of foods...
Because cats have protective fur, we don't normally think of cold weather as being a threat to them. But cold weather can actually be quite dangerous for your cat. Exposure to the cold for long periods of time can cause a cat to experience hypothermia, a...
Weaning cages are used to house baby parrots once they no longer need to be kept in a brooder, but are not yet ready for a regular cage. The primary differences between a weaning cage and an adult parrot cage are the shape--weaning cages are short and...
Typically the gestational period of a female dog lasts around 65 days. The signs of whelping can differ between breeds, but there are many signs that are generally universal and will be noticed in the days leading up to the birth. It is important to...
If your dog is listless and sluggish, he may not feel well and may have a fever. A warm, dry nose is a possible indication of fever in dogs, as is dehydration. A normal canine temperature is around101.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Low-grade fevers, less than 104...
Cat owners can kill fleas using common household soaps in either hot or cold water, but preferably somewhere in between for the cat or kitten's sake. Washing flea-ridden cats and kittens in household detergent is a solution some pet owners may find ideal...
Red mange is a skin disorder caused by mites. All dogs have mites living at the root of the hair follicle. But when the normal population experiences a sudden growth spurt, the result is rough, red, scaly skin and an itchy, unhappy pup. When the mange is...
Flea products for cats or kittens indicate that they should not be used on kittens under 12 weeks old. What can you do if any of these precious babies have fleas? Using a commercial flea product anyway could adversely affect your kittens’ health...
Here at The Daily Puppy, we love puppies of all shapes, sizes, breeds, and colors. We encourage visitors to browse our puppy picture archives to look at all the adorable photos of past daily puppies, and to bookmark this page and visit often to see what cutie-pie graces the front page. Want us to run a feature of your special little puppy? We are always looking for submissions of the cutest puppies on the planet.
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