It can be difficult to know what is safe for our four-legged friends to eat, especially when it comes to more unconventional foods like insects. While some people may view feeding insects as an unusual choice for their canine companions, the reality is that dogs do sometimes consume bugs in the wild. But should we provide them with these types of snacks regularly? Is it okay for our dogs to eat insects?
Category: Health and wellness
It’s the summer, and we are all hot. This includes our dogs. Maybe you even own a Samoyed! But do dogs also get sunburned?
Creating a regular sleep schedule for your pup is crucial to their well-being. Proper rest will help keep them healthy and happy, so it’s important to ensure they get enough shut-eye every night. But what’s the best sleep schedule for a dog?
Dogs can become nervous or excited for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s due to fireworks or separation anxiety, what are the ways pet parents can keep their pets calm besides exercise?
Chamomile is an all-time favorite tea ingredient for many people, especially when their tummy does not feel right. But have you ever wondered if chamomile would be beneficial for your dog too? In other words, does chamomile help dogs?
Have you noticed your Samoyed not being as happy as it used to be when you are preparing to go for a walk? Do you see it stay back when its other dog friends run around in the park? Or has it whined when you pet it at the back near its hips? All of these signs are red flags, and they could mean it is time to visit your veterinarian. That’s because your dog may have hip dysplasia, but does it affect Samoyeds too?
Have you been to a dog park with your dog, and while talking to other owners, you hear someone mention something like kennel cough? And you wonder what exactly is kennel cough?
You bring in your new puppy home, and in the next couple of days, it starts to not be its usual self. You take the dog to the vet, and among the many questions you are asked is, “Is your puppy regularly vaccinated?”
Following veterinary treatment or surgery, sometimes your veterinarian will recommend that your furry friend wear a dog cone. During a time when we pet parents are feeling anxious following a procedure on our pet, this could lead us to question whether a dog cone is really necessary or safe, especially for certain dog breeds. So, are cones safe for fluffy dogs like Samoyeds?
With their wagging tail and endearing eyes, it can be hard to avoid sharing human snacks or meals with our pets. However, often, it’s safer and kinder not to share food with dogs for a few reasons. In this article, we’ll focus on whether or not saccharin is safe for dogs.