This occurs when the stomach twists, trapping air and gases and blocking them from escaping. It’s also known as gastric dilation – volvulus (GDV). This can lead to low blood pressure, damage to internal organs, shock. The stomach can feel very hard to the touch. The dog is very restless, may whimper, may try to […]
Historians don’t know for sure when humans started keeping pets. Dogs were one of the first animals domesticated by humans and have been domesticated for some 10,000 years. According to ancient Egyptian law, taking the life of a greyhound warranted the same punishment as killing a man. As early as 3500 B.C., Egyptians were domesticating […]
Lots of people enjoy boating these days and it’s not unusual to see pets accompanying their humans on the water. Boat shows even have dog competitions. The Seattle Boat Show tests dogs‘ water skills and awards the title “Super Boat Dog” to the winner. Some breeds of dog take naturally to the water: Labrador Retrievers, […]
