Pit bulls and bulldogs come from the same breed and look very similar at first glance. However, upon closer inspection, the dogs have numerous differences: #1 Bulldogs are primarily service dogs #2 Pit bulls are predominantly fighting dogs #3 Bulldogs…
Soft treats should be used especially for puppies, older dogs and four-legged friends with toothache. Treats that are too hard can lead to injuries, especially when changing teeth. In general, however, treats should never make up more than 10% of…
If dogs suddenly don't drink enough, it could be due to injuries, illnesses or a change in lifestyle. In some cases, severe stress, fear, water quality or even cancer are responsible. Water is much more important to dogs than food.…
Whether a dog dies with its eyes open or closed usually depends on the initial situation at the time of death. An awake dog often dies with its eyes open, while a sleeping dog usually has its eyes closed. Open…
Dog breeds from Northern Europe, North America and northern Asia are also known as Nordic dog breeds. These are usually larger dogs. Many of them belong to the Spitz dog breeds. What is noticeable is a curled tail, a dense…
If dogs are afraid of men, it is usually due to inadequate socialization. In individual cases it can also be due to the smell, existing trauma, a lack of self-confidence, a dominant demeanor or incorrect training. Interestingly, this is nothing…
Dogs' blood sugar levels should normally range between 60-111 mg/dL and 3.3-6.2 nmol If, on the other hand, the values are chronically elevated, then we are talking about hyperglycemia. Values that are too low can indicate hypoglycemia. Doctors also speak…
In this article we will address the common problem of dogs constantly running away. If you're wondering, «Why does my dog keep running away?» – then you have come to the right place. We will explore the reasons behind this…
Basically, every dog can hold their breath underwater. However, some dog breeds are very poor swimmers for anatomical reasons. Most dogs will therefore not voluntarily go diving without training. The exception here are so-called “Water dogs” such as Labrador Retrievers.…
When dogs whine, it is usually whining. Only in very rare cases is it something positive. If the dog constantly whines and behaves restlessly, this can also indicate existing illnesses and pain. In young puppies, these sounds are part of…