Aging is a normal part of everyone's life, and at some point all dogs become seniors. It is the natural process of things and every owner should be prepared for it. It is important to remember that many physiological changes occur during the aging process that your canine companion will experience. These include: Lack of energy Reduced hearing Changes in eyesight Arthritis Obesity Dental problems Cancers Cardiac and kidney diseases All dogs are not considered seniors at the same age, it mainly depends on the breed and the dogs unique traits. Small breeds at 10 - 11 years of age Medium sized breeds at 8 - 10 years Gaint breeds at 5 - 6 years of age Special care should be taken to the dogs when they...
Obesity refers to excessive fat accumulation in the adipose tissue of dog due to over intake of energy rich foods leading to increase in the body weight of the dog which will have negative impact on the health of the dog. Breeds which are prone to canine obesity? Some of the medium and large sized canine breeds more susceptible to obesity like Labridor Dachshund Doberman pinscher Hounds German shepherd Bull dog and pug Beagles etc. Complications due to obesity in dogs? ...
Why is chocolate bad for dogs? Chocolate contain an ingredient called theobromine ( similar to caffeine ) which is toxic to dog. As humans can easily metabolise theobromine whereas dog takes long time to metabolise theobromine which leads to accumulation of toxins in the system. Though chocolate is toxic for dogs but a small amount only leads to vomitions, stomach upset and diarrhoea. Whereas, a large amount of theobromine leads to tremors, irregular heart beat, seizures and internal bleeding e.t.c leading to death of dog. The onset of theobromine poisoning shows the symptoms of hyperactivity, as theobromine is a brain stem stimulant. Chocolates with theobromine levels : ...
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