All of our pets grow old, just like us. And sometimes, we feel sorry for them and ask whether they realize they are aging. While dogs seem to realize they can’t do what they’ve always done, current research tells us that they don’t seem to understand why and cannot sense their own age. While familiar … Read more
You might have a problem with your neighbor’s dog and wonder if getting a dog whistle can stop the barking. The issue is that high frequencies do not permeate walls easily. Most ultrasonic devices on the market use tiny Piezo transducers that range 50 feet in the open air but do nothing if the dog … Read more
Many dogs have naturally white teeth but don’t always remain white. So what makes them white in the first place compared to us? Humans, unlike dogs, consume sugar-rich foods leading to dental problems. Sugar intensifies bacteria in our mouths. However, dogs aren’t typically exposed to our main teeth-staining culprits: tea, coffee, soda, and juices, which … Read more
Depending on the police department, you may have seen many K9s wear prong collars. Why would police use prong collars on their working dogs? They are used to exert greater control over the K9 in high-risk circumstances or in huge groups where distraction is high, and safety is critical. The collar is also used to … Read more
Not all police dogs are spayed or neutered, and it’s up to the handling department to decide if a dog should be fixed. Some police departments will neuter/spay their dogs, while others will not. There are many reasons, such as whether castrating a dog modifies its behavior and whether police dogs need hormones from their … Read more
Kennel cough is essentially doggie bronchitis, an upper respiratory infection. Bacteria and viruses cause it, which transmit to other animals via airborne droplets and contaminated surfaces. It frequently spreads swiftly through kennels and animal shelters. However, bacteria that cause kennel cough in dogs and cats, known as Bordetella bronchiseptica, can potentially infect people. Kennel Cough … Read more
All canines are interested in each other’s back ends because they contain a lot of pheromones and smell glands. But why would dogs lick or drink the female dog’s urine? Dogs have a particular scenting organ (Jacobson) on the roof of their mouths, near the front, which causes the sniffing and chattering of the jaw. … Read more
Working for an animal’s trust and learning to speak their language is worthwhile, and an animal’s trust is a gift, regardless of who provides it initially. Regarding trust and loyalty, dogs and cats will almost always be different. Dogs are incredibly expressive of emotions, and it is usually relatively simple to figure out what they … Read more
Cats and puppies usually get along. They may chase pups around for enjoyment, but the cat’s claws and teeth can cause serious harm. But will the male cat choose to harm a puppy? Adult male cats can hurt the puppy but will most likely not use it, at least not while he is young. Animals … Read more