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Lactation The puppy has 4 primitive reflexes At birth, the nervous system of the puppy is still developing; nevertheless, it already has a certain number of reflexes enabling it to survive, the so-called "primary reflexes": &... read more
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Date:09 Jan 2012 2:29 pm | Comments (6)
"Birth" Pre-birth checklist Choose a room for the delivery that’s easy to clean. Place a box well away from any noise, insulate it from the floor using several layers of newspaper and cover it with clean tow... read more
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Date:19 Dec 2011 1:39 pm | Comments (0)
Foetus Day 22 – The ears begin to form. Day 25 – Your vet can confirm gestation. By performing an ultrasound from the 25th day of presumed gestation, the vet can establish a reliable diagnosis, giving you an idea as to th... read more
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Date:30 Nov 2011 5:12 pm | Comments (4)
No one knows why dogs eat grass. Some dogs seem to simply enjoy the taste, while others will consume grass when they feel sick. It is fine if your dog likes to eat grass, but ensure that the grass has not been treated with herbicides or oth... read more
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Date:15 Mar 2011 9:58 am | Comments (8)
One must learn to feed the puppy according to his weight evolution, not each time the pup begs for food. For optimal digestion, meals are best rationed as follows: 3 meals per day until the age of 6 months 2 meals per day from the age of ... read more
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Date:07 Mar 2011 1:39 pm | Comments (0)
A food allergy in dogs is expressed by itching in the feet, ears, face, abdomen and anus. Secondary infections caused by yeast or bacteria are common. Here the itching is persistent or becomes more intense. In some cases, as well as skin pr... read more
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Date:28 Feb 2011 11:19 am | Comments (0)
Thanks to recent advancements in our understanding of the canine species we now also know that these differences are accompanied by metabolic characteristics that can sometimes be significant. This means that food can be tailored to a speci... read more
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Date:21 Feb 2011 1:22 pm | Comments (0)
There is a simple way of finding out whether the puppy is overweight: place a hand flat on each side of the thorax (around the ribs) and move them towards the back without applying pressure. All the ribs should be easily felt. If not, the p... read more
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Date:07 Feb 2011 11:40 am | Comments (1)
Just like their ancestors the wolves, dogs should normally eat the whole of their prey, although this does not always occur. Depending on the avaibility of nutritional resources, they eat more or fewer vegetables and are able to adapt ... read more
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Date:31 Jan 2011 11:28 am | Comments (0)
Start by brushing the coat thoroughly to get rid of any knots and mats before bathing the dog. Then wet the coat all over and apply the dog shampoo, working it into a lather, while taking care that it does not get in the dog’s eye ... read more
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Date:24 Jan 2011 11:29 am | Comments (0)
Dogs require a lot of proteins. Some physiological conditions are more demanding than others: generation or regeneration phenomena like growth, gestation, lactation and physical effort for example. Proteins are molecules made up of ami... read more
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Date:10 Jan 2011 5:48 pm | Comments (0)
While large-breed puppies are predisposed to bone and joint problems, small-breed puppies are at greater risk of obesity. Growth is a period characterised by the multiplications of fat storage cells – adipocytes. Excessive energy i... read more
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Date:03 Jan 2011 10:06 am | Comments (0)
In the joints, bone ends are covered with cartilage, which helps them to move in relation to each other. Puppies are affected by various joint disorders, with large breeds more commonly affected. Disorders include painful and cartilage ... read more
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Date:21 Dec 2010 10:51 am | Comments (0)
A dog blessed with natural strength: robust, enduring, calm and quiet but with a strong temperament, the Rottweiler is the king of the guard dogs. His is devoted and very attached to his owner. He needs to be carefully and sensitively t... read more
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Date:14 Dec 2010 4:44 pm | Comments (3)
An important decision Deciding whether to spay or neuter is an important choice which must be considered carefully. It is important to weigh any potential benefits of spaying or neutering against the possibility of being able to breed ... read more
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Date:08 Dec 2010 10:30 am | Comments (3)
Give several small meals Depending on their age, your puppy should be given up to three meals a day at scheduled times. Always give the food in the same bowl placed in the same place. This will train your puppy to have good eating habit... read more
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Date:29 Nov 2010 7:26 am | Comments (0)
Dogs are rarely cooperative when it comes to handling their mouth. Start dental care when your puppy is very young, so he gets used to having his teeth brushed. The main risk of affection is due to the tartar formed by bacteria and ... read more
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Date:22 Nov 2010 11:24 am | Comments (0)
The Cocker Spaniel, a dog with such an adoring gaze… The Cocker Spaniel is a greedy dog… but his demands must be resisted to avoid excessive weight gain which can result in joint problems, reduced resistance to effort, and ... read more
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Date:16 Nov 2010 4:17 pm | Comments (0)
Mistaken idea about feeding dogs no. 2: “A dog needs a varied diet” Ideally, a dog will eat the same food from the same dish every day at the same time and place – exactly the opposite of what his owner would enjoy! In ... read more
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Date:10 Nov 2010 12:44 pm | Comments (0)
The dental hygiene of dogs and cats is sometimes overlooked, and we suddenly notice it when they get smelly breath. That foul odour is due to bacterial proliferation and gum inflammation. Bacteria adhere to the surface of teeth and multiply... read more
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Date:03 Nov 2010 12:37 pm | Comments (1)
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