Archive for April, 2008

Adverse drug reaction and your dog

My dog Sky had surgery recently.
Sky is a regular visitor to my local Vet. clinic. She is contiually developing small, pre-cancerous skin lesions on her abdomen due to the fact that she has pink skin with very sparse, fine hair there, and she loves to sunbathe. I have several measures in place to thwart her […]

When your dog has surgery

My dog, Sky, has been a frequent surgical patient over the last few years. She loves to sunbathe; she has pink skin and very little hair on her belly. Because of this, and despite my best efforts to keep her out of the sun, she is prone to develop a form of skin cancer which […]

Caring for your elderly dog - part two

Diet: Your older dog will have lower energy requirements now that he is less active. If he still has a good appetite, he may be inclined to put on weight. If this happens, adjust his diet until his weight remains stable.
 
Hygiene and Grooming: As well as being a pleasurable activity for both you and your […]