Signs of dog pregnancy are similar to in-heat behaviors like having a swollen belly, a decreased appetite, decreased energy level and increased neediness. Recognize the signs of a pregnant dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Expert: Dr. Pam Nichols
Contact: www.k-9rehab.com
Bio: Dr. Pam Nichols has been a veterinarian for 13 years, and she owns the Animal Care Center in Bountiful, Utah.
Filmmaker: Michael Burton
Duration : 0:1:53
Caring for a pregnant dog involves getting a blood test at day 30 to confirm the pregnancy, x-rays at day 55 to determine the litter size and regular check-ups and weight monitoring to maintain the heath of both the mother and puppies. Care for a pregnant dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Pregnant dogs are fed high-quality puppy food, such as Iams or Eukanuba puppy food, in order to gain extra protein and calories. Prepare a pregnant dog for giving birth by feeding her nutrient-rich puppy food with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
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Does your dog like to jump in mud puddles and play in dirt? Learn how to give your dog a bath at home so you can save the cost of frequent trips to the dog groomer.
To select a rottweiler, consider their large size, ranging from 80 to more than 100 pounds, protective behavior and friendly and affectionate temperament. Consult a few rottweiler-loving people before deciding on the breed with helpful information from an experienced dog trainer in this free video on
To groom and care for an English bulldog, make sure to bath the dog often, dry thoroughly between wrinkles, wipe between wrinkles daily, use a de-shedding tool, and keep the toenails as short as possible. Clean out the ears of an English bulldog regularly with care tips from a professional dog groomer in this free video on grooming dogs.
To keep your dog’s skin and hair healthy, you will need to regularly comb it’s hair. Combing a dog’s hair isn’t hard, but most pet owners make common mistakes. See the best technique for combing a dogs hair.
To trim a dog’s toenails, locate the pink quick on white nails and quickly cut at the end of the quick. For a dog with black nails, trim off the hook, look for a black circle along the nail bed, and trim the nail until a white dot is spotted in the center of the nail. Find out more about trimming dog toenails with tips from a professional dog groomer in this free video on trimming dog nails.
Care for a pug should focus on keeping the eyes and nose healthy due to activities that may easily overheat this little dog. Enjoy a number of sports with pug dogs using tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on pet care and obedience.