As a dog owner, you may already know from your own experience how annoying an infestation with ectoparasites such as fleas or mites can be for your dog. However, the deer louse fly is largely unknown to most owners. Yet this parasite can also cause very unpleasant symptoms in dogs. What exactly deer..
It is not uncommon and nothing to worry about if a dog occasionally licks its paws. However, if this behaviour occurs frequently, you must not ignore it for two reasons: licking the paws can indicate an underlying health problem, and it can lead to additional damage to the paws of the four-legged ..
The Havanese belongs to the small dog breeds and originates from the Mediterranean area along the Italian and Spanish coast. Today, the Havanese, which is led by the FCI in group 9, is a popular dog worldwide, who also gets along with children very well. Characteristics of the Havanese ..
The Beagle is a medium-sized dog breed of British origin. The FCI guides the Beagle in group 6 (running dogs, sweat dogs and related breeds). Thanks to its friendly and playful nature, it is generally regarded as a popular family dog. Dog owners should not forget, however, that the Beagle was origin..
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed from Great Britain. The FCI classifies him in group 3. Originally the Yorkshire Terrier was bred for rat and mouse hunting. Today, however, it is simply a popular social dog. Characteristics of the Yorkshire Terrier With a life expectancy of 13 to..
Dog food that does not contain cereals: for some people, it is the only correct decision, while for others, it is no more than a distraction by manufacturers to enable them to sell their dog food to humans for higher prices. In this article, we would like to address the question of whether cereal..
It's not a question. Parasites like ticks, fleas or mites are an annoying affair and no dog owner wants to know them in the coat and on the skin of his four-legged friend. Accordingly, there is a wide range of remedies available to help with parasite infestation. In the following you will find ..
The Whippet is a medium sized dog breed from Great Britain. The FCI lists the Whippet, which is sometimes also called Little English Sighthound, among the short-haired sighthounds in Group 10, Section 3. Today the Whippet is primarily a family and companion dog, whose owners..
The pug has long since made it into the hearts of countless dog owners. The popular social dog probably originates from China, where its ancestors were bred about 2,000 years ago, before they finally found their way to Europe in the 16th century. The pug is listed in group 9 by the FCI. T..
If you want to use your four-legged friend as a stud dog, you first have to make sure that he is suitable for this. A pedigree dog intended for breeding must fulfil several requirements. We will explain what these are in the following paragraphs. We also give you tips on..
To avoid digestive problems, dogs should not eat cereals if possible. Gluten-containing varieties such as wheat can sometimes cause very unpleasant digestive problems and promote the development of food allergies. But what about potatoes? Are dogs allowed to eat potatoes or can they cause simil..
A functioning liver is essential to your dog's health. However, various liver diseases can severely impair the performance of the organ and, in the worst case, even lead to liver failure. In the following you will find out which liver problems are common, why they are often discovered very la..
Many owners wonder whether fish such as salmon is safe for dogs to eat or whether the four-legged friends' diet should be limited to meat. In the following we will explain whether you can give your dog fish and what you have to pay attention to. Fish as a Healthy Protein Source for Dogs As se..
The Jack Russell Terrier is a small breed of dog, originally from Great Britain. The Jack Russell Terrier was bred for hunting foxes. The FCI leads him in group 3. Characteristics of the Jack Russell Terrier With a little luck, owners of a Jack Russell Terrier can enjoy a l..
Bladder stones are common in dogs. They develop from crystal deposits that form in the kidneys from minerals. Bladder stones can sometimes become so large that affected dogs can no longer pass urine. Without treatment, this can even be life-threatening in the worst case. As a dog owner, you ..
Male or female dog? Many prospective dog owners ask themselves this question. We would like to help you to make your decision and therefore we would like to introduce you to the differences between the two sexes in the following. What you should consider before buying a dog The acquisiti..
There is probably no dog that doesn't need a pet cone at some point in its life. It serves as a protective device with which you can prevent your four-legged friend from licking and damaging wounds further. Of course, your dog will be anything but enthusiastic when..
The German Shepherd Dog is a big dog breed from Germany and is classified in group 1 by the FCI. The German Shepherd was born at the end of the 19th century and is a classic protection, guard and herding dog. He is appreciated in many countries as a police dog and is also used by rescue services and..
The Pekingese is a small breed of dog that has its origins in China and whose breed standard is developed by Great Britain. The FCI leads the Pekingese in group 9, section 8 (Japanese Spaniel and Pekingese). The Pekingese, or Pekinese, is considered to be affectionate and playful and has..
Uterine inflammation is common in female dogs. The medical term for inflammation of the uterus is pyometra. It is a potentially life-threatening emergency that you, as the owner, must take seriously and have treated by a vet.Find out why uterine inflammation occurs in dogs, what symptoms it causes a..
