Mecah: Shih Tzu
Responsible Pet Parent: Meo Vermug
Baby Mecah is waiting for her lunch meal 🙂 preparing by her mommy ❤❤❤
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Tabby: Shih Tzu
Responsible Pet Parent: Catherine Anne Chua
vThis is tabby ❤ he is 5yrs old.. Eldest of 5 pets in the family. He makes everyday fun and makes everyone around him smile. 😬 tabby loves to eat, sleep and play. We love tabby. ❤❤❤
Peepay, Kalayaan & Gotchie: Toy Poodles
Responsible Pet Parent: Rey Foronda
My furbabies fulfilled their role as good citizens of the Republic by parking their car-t properly at Camp John Hay Baguio City.
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Guilty as charged!
Look at those damaged slippers, wala daw kasing toy 😉
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Why Does Your Dog Have A Wet Nose?
Why Does Your Dog Have A Wet Nose?
Dogs have way better sense of smell than humans. And it is an accepted fact. It is also observed that a dog’s nose is wet. Not most of the time but it is part of their lives. Now you ask, why is your dog’s nose wet?
Mucus Secretion
It is not the gross kind. A dog’s nose is a major player in understanding their environment. Through the mucus secretion these canines are able absorb a scent that they want to follow. The thin layer of mucus allows the dog to smell better.
Detection Of Scents
It is common knowledge that dogs’ noses are more than triple the sensitivity level compared to humans. The dog is able to gather information of the things around them through their nose.
So dogs sniff in the scents. Then they lick their nose and send the sample to their olfactory glands on the roof of their mouths.
Cools The Dog Down
Dogs do sweat but you have not seen their fur getting sweaty. Because they sweat through their paws and yes, their nose. A dog’s nose can get really wet after exercising or high energy activity as a way to release heat. Other than panting a wet nose is an indication that your dog is keeping its cool.
There are times that your dog’s nose will be dry. It is also normal. No need to fuss on whether your dog is normal based on how wet or dry their nose is.
The only time you have to worry of your dog is when the mucus discharge gets thicker or crusty. It is one symptom that there is something wrong. Always seek your vet when this happens.
Learn more about dog behavior at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Sources:
https://www.cesarsway.com/dog-psychology/nose-eyes-ears/why-are-dogs-noses-wet
https://www.doghealth.com/how-and-why/why-dogs-have-wet-noses
http://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/why-does-my-dog-have-a-wet-nose
How Long Are Dogs Pregnant?
How Long Are Dogs Pregnant?
Do you have a pregnant dog? You may be wondering how long they will stay pregnant and when should you expect your dog to give birth.
You have to understand the basics of dog pregnancy. This way you will be guided accordingly.
When Is Your Dog In Heat
Female dogs are in heat every 6 months. And each heat cycle can last up to 3 weeks.
It is advised however that you allow your female dog to get pregnant when she has reached 2 years old.
To know if your dog is in heat is to be observant of your dog’s behavior. At the onset of the heat cycle you will notice that the vulva is swollen and a bloody discharge is present.
Male dogs are drawn to your dog but she is still uninterested. The first stage of heat lasts 6 to 10 days.
The second stage is when your dog is fertile. Once the bloody discharge changes to a sandy color, she will welcome the male attention.
This fertile stage can last up to 10 days. Some fertile stage can even go as long as 20 days.
How Do You Know If Your Dog Is Pregnant?
With dogs, the telltale signs of being pregnant is somewhat similar to that of humans. Your female dog will show nipple growth, lesser activity level, decreased appetite and more sleeping time.
Dogs also experience hormonal changes such as becoming more affectionate or wanting to be left alone.
So How Long Is Your Dog Pregnant?
The average gestation period for a dog is at 63 days. But canine gestation period is between 58 to 67 days. The number of days depends on a few factors.
The more number of puppies the shorter the pregnancy. This is because the puppies will run out of room to grow and trigger canine labor sooner.
Small breed female dogs may also carry their puppies longer than larger breed dogs.
So if your dog is pregnant, better prepare for the arrival of the puppies. Identify a secluded spot in your house for the dog birth. Also make sure that your dog is properly cared for. Ask more about dog pregnancy care the next time you visit your vet.
Learn More About Your Dog at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Sources: https://nextgendog.com/how-long-do-dogs-stay-pregnant/
http://www.dog-obedience-training-review.com/dog-pregnancy.html
http://dogs.lovetoknow.com/wiki/How_Long_Are_Dogs_Pregnant