Depending on his age and the circumstances of how you acquired him, most of the time insecure behavior is because the dog feels he is the pack leader, and he is insecure with this role. I recommend crate training to help establish boundaries, and to give him a "safe" den where he can feel more … Read more
Try to locate if you can where the smell is originating from. Check both of her ears, as yeast infections are common in the ears of canines and produce a foul smelling odor. Also check the vaginal area for discharge, any green or yellow discharge is a sign of infection and she should be seen … Read more
Yes! This is instinctual behaviour, as in the wild when the puppies were reading to be weaned off milk, the mother will regurgitate and feed her puppies. If you watch, the puppies will jump up and lick at the mothers face and mouth, this triggers her instincts to feed. I would suggest taking a high … Read more
If you have used a product like tick and flea spray, or shampoo, the symptoms of overdose are varied and can range from mild to severe. All flea and tick medications are toxins, and the serious side effects are; staggering, panting, convulsions, pupil dilation (large pupils) and stiffness in limbs. If you feel your animal … Read more
A slight white discharge is normal during canine pregnancy. Also slight spotting of red, during the first couple of weeks after conception is also considered normal.
If the discharge becomes heavy, profuse, or is accompanied by fever, lethargy, refusal of food, seek medical attention asap.
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Most females will wait aprox 12 hours after delivery before eating. Their nutrition needs are going to double at least depending on the number of puppies. Feed a high quality dog food, and you can add the following; cooked ground beef, or a mixture of cooked white rice and ground beef. Or canned food added … Read more
During the heat cycle of the female canine, the vulva swells and opens to about 3 times it's non-estrus size. The first signs of heat (canine reproductive cycle) are slight swelling with blood discharge ranging from light, spotting, to a heavier bleeding similar to human females. As her cycle progresses, the discharge usually changes from … Read more
Dogs usually jump up as a way of greeting what they perceive as lower pack members. Some breeds are more prone to jumping based on their original specific breed characteristics. In the wild, such as wolves and coyotes, greeting the alpha by jumping or even approaching their face is considered posturing for dominance, and unacceptable … Read more
Yes!! Uncovering and learning about past lives is fascinating, and often explains our fears and/or obstacles in the current life. If you would like to try this yourself, find a quiet room, turn down or off lights and light a candle. Just concentrate and ask that your guides show you something about a past life. … Read more
I would suggest that almost any idea which is then incorporated as a belief, therefore followed would serve as a hindrance at some point for most people. While some superstitious beliefs are correlated to religion and seen as positive ways to encourage good behaviour, most of what I see as superstitions only hinder our ability … Read more
Excessive barking is usually the result of anxiety. Depending on the age and the trigger, there are many simple solutions to stopping the barking. If your dog is an inside dog, take a spray bottle filled with water, and squirt him when he barks, using the command, "quiet". Sometimes barking is just a symtom of … Read more
The first step in investigating the cause of something paranormal is to scientifically rule out any other possible causes. If in fact your home does have paranormal activity, there are steps you can take to rid yourself and family of such energy. In most cases, ghosts, black shadows, mist's etc are harmless and cause no … Read more
It is generally believed that dark colored mists or shapes are "shadow people", a form of ghost or spirit energy. Most of the paranormal is not negative, intends no harm. In some situations energy can be evil or negative. There are scientific ways of capturing such energy to prove or disprove whether it is a … Read more
Aside from nursing, and receiving their food, there are extremely important socialization skills that the mother teaches her young puppies. They learn there is a place for "potty", and a place to "sleep", and the mother teaches these are different! What we call "bite inhibition" is a very important social skill, where puppies learn thru … Read more
That depends on the localized reaction. Most canines are not too reactive to wasp, bee and hornet stings. Those that strike on the face are most likely to cause a reaction, like swelling, bump, and itching. There are many medications prescribed for humans that are safe and recommended for use in dogs. Come see me … Read more
The answer is a varied as the person asking. Those that are open to a Spiritual experience, who have faith are more likely to have the Holy Spirit come in presence or in mind. It is a wonderful feeling, and can give us much hope for our future, a beautiful feeling of well being. Contact … Read more