Knowing exactly what to feed a 5-week-old puppy can be a bit challenging, especially when they’re at such a vulnerable age. 5-week old puppy care entails giving them the right nutritional foods and supplements at the right time required to encourage growth and development. Creating a feeding schedule for a 5-week-old puppy can help to…
The birth of a litter of puppies is exciting. Throughout the duration of the pregnancy, your main priority is the mother. Her health and wellness can help ensure that the puppies will be healthy also. After the birth, however, your work isn’t over. There is still a lot for you to do over the next…
Raising a healthy puppy starts with a nutrient-rich diet and good eating habits — puppies grow very quickly, so it’s important to make sure your dog’s meals are nourishing and well-portioned for their body. Assuming your pup enjoys a balanced diet and plenty of exercise, they should be heading in the right direction for a…
Does it seem like you and your dog are on two completely different pages at times? When it comes to crate training or potty training, you’re continuously taking one step forward but two steps back? You thought that they had this whole thing down pat. Now, suddenly, your dog keeps pooping in their crate. This…
German Shepherds are lovable, wonderful dogs, but they can also be a handful especially when they’re puppies. If you’d like to crate train your German Shepherd puppy, it isn’t as difficult as you might think. Indeed, once you take into consideration the personality of your German Shepherd puppy and keep in mind some basic tips,…
How to Get Your Puppy to Stop Biting Your Hands Puppies nip and bite, and even though it can be annoying or even painful when they do this, it’s best to keep in mind that this is what puppies do. In fact, nipping and biting isn’t all that uncommon for very young dogs, but the…
As a pet parent, it can be disconcerting to notice your dog biting or licking its own feet or legs, and you certainly have a right to be concerned. Even if the underlying cause of this behavior ends up being something easy to fix, it can still lead to all types of skin irritation and…
Rawhide dog bones and treats have held somewhat of a bad reputation for quite some time now. But why? Can Puppies have rawhide bones? Are rawhide treats really bad for dogs? These are just a few of the questions and concerns many unknowing pet parents have that we’ll cover here. As a puppy or dog…
Using a harness on your dog is ideal for its safety and health. Often, puppies and adult dogs pull extremely hard on a collar and can choke them. Some breeds, such as Yorkies, have a predisposition to a collapsing windpipe, which can be extremely dangerous if you lead your dog with a collar. There are…
Pet owners often wonder if it is okay for puppies to eat rice. Whether it’s because rice is the only thing available for them to eat at the moment or because you want to give your puppy a satisfying treat. Who knows? Puppies can tolerate some “people food”, but others make them feel sick and…