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14/09/2020

Bathing Your Dog

Dogs don’t need baths as frequently as the rest of the family. Excessive bathing can dry out your dog’s coat and skin.

How often you bathe your dog depends on things such as coat type, lifestyle or specific health conditions. You can also use the smell test to determine if it’s time for another bath—just smell him to see if there’s an offensive odor. Some dogs may require more brushing or combing than others, such as double-coated (Labradors, Beagles, Huskies, etc.) and long-haired breeds.

For some dogs, getting a bath can cause anxiety or frustration. But a few tactics can help manage stress during bathing.

Here’s What You’ll Need to Get Started:

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- Dog brush, comb, rake, etc.
- Dog-safe shampoo (de-shedding shampoos for double coated breeds)
- Dog-safe conditioner (for long-haired dogs and de-shedding conditioner for double coated breeds)
- Rinsing cup (if you don’t have a removable showerhead)
- Non-slip mat
- Plenty of towels
- Air force blower to blow out the double coated breeds (if accessible and if the dog is use to it)
- Helper (if available)
- A pair of old clothes for yourself and your helper
The key to a successful bath is preparation. After you’ve gathered supplies, you’ll want to prep the space.

Make sure all of your supplies are in the bathing area. Have the bath water ready, too, placing the non-slip mat in the tub or sink. Also, check the water to ensure it’s at a comfortable temperature.

Next, prep your dog. Brush him to help remove loose hair, debris and tangles. When done, invite your helper and your dog into the room and shut the door.

Begin by gently placing your dog in the tub or sink. Wetting his body slowly, start at his back legs to get him acclimated. Giving him a treat as things get started may be a great way to distract him. Smearing peanut butter, cheese, or another of his favorite snacks on the wall can also work as a distraction.

Wash and condition according to the instructions on the product labels. Rinse thoroughly, making sure his hair is free of all products to help prevent skin irritation.

When bathing is complete, towel dry your dog as much as possible before releasing him. If you have access to a dog air force blower, and your dog is use to them, begin to slowly blow out his fur. Start at the hind limbs and slowly move forward, paying close attention to his behavior. If he’s too stressed with the blower, then towel dry them as best you can. Brush them when they are dry.

12/09/2020

Dog Not Eating?

Whether you’ve had pet dogs for years or you’ve just adopted your first puppy, it can be very distressing when your dog won’t eat. There are a variety of reasons for loss of appetite in dogs. It's important to determine the cause in order to design the best treatment plan.

The first thing to keep in mind is how you’re judging your dog’s appetite. If you’re concerned because your dog isn’t eating as much as the guidelines state on the food you purchase, remember that these are only averages. Many perfectly healthy dogs eat only 60% to 70% of the amount stated on the packaging.

Because loss of appetite in dogs can indicate illness, it is important to seek veterinary care if you notice changes in your dog’s eating habits. It is especially important to respond promptly to a refusal to eat in dogs that usually eat well.

Even though most dogs can go a couple of days without food with no significant bad effects, it is best to address the problem as early as possible.

Reasons your dog won’t eat
Just like in people, there are a variety of reasons dogs might refuse to eat. These include:

Illness -
A decreased appetite in dogs is often a sign of sickness, especially if your dog is exhibiting other symptoms at the same time. Although a loss of appetite in dogs doesn’t necessarily indicate serious disease, prompt veterinary attention is important because it could be a sign of significant illness, including cancer, various systemic infections, pain, liver problems, and kidney failure.

Dental disease -
Your dog may not want to eat because something in its mouth is causing pain. Have him checked for a broken or loose tooth, severe gingivitis and even an oral tumor.

Recent vaccination-
Fortunately, vaccinations are available for many serious and contagious dog diseases. Although these injections have saved the lives of millions of pets in the past 100 years, they do sometimes have adverse effects. The majority of these are minor and brief, including a temporary loss of appetite in dogs.

Travel and unfamiliar surroundings-
If your dog’s appetite was fine until you went on a trip with him or moved to a new location, it may be that your dog won’t eat because of traveling or the unfamiliar surroundings. Some animals may get motion sickness, and others become nervous or uncomfortable in new places.

Pickiness or behavior issues-
Some dogs are just picky, or their refusal to eat may be caused by feeding them in situations where they aren’t comfortable, such as around an aggressive dog or from a bowl at an uncomfortable height. Because a decreased appetite in dogs may be caused by illness, never assume that your dog is picky without investigating other possibilities first.

Article from:
https://pets.webmd.com/dogs/guide/dog-not-eating-possible-causes-and-appetite-solutions #1

If your dog has a loss of appetite, it could be pickiness, illness, or a number of other reasons. WebMD provides information on causes of appetite loss and treatments for dogs that won’t eat.

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