Health

Everything that has to do with your dog’s health – from stomach aches to nutrition to broken bones. Let Canine Journal assist you with your pet health needs, but remember to take them to the Vet in emergencies!

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Best Dog Food For Pit Bulls: Our Top Picks For All Ages, Skin Allergies & Affordable Options

Despite the bad rap Pit Bulls get in the media, they’re extremely popular family pets due to their loyal and highly affectionate personalities. If you’re a proud pittie parent, you know your pup is a muscular powerhouse who burns a lot of energy. And this requires a diet higher in calories, protein, carbohydrates, and fats than many other dogs need.

I’ll explain the nutritional needs of Pit Bulls for each life stage and give you my top picks to help you find the ideal diet for your furry friend. I also highlight food that’s ideal for some common health concerns with pitties, such as skin allergies and joint problems.

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Brain Games For Dogs: How To Keep Your Pup Mentally Stimulated (And Behaved)

Many dogs were bred for specific jobs, like retrieving, tracking, herding, and guarding. These various instincts have become innate, but today, many dogs don’t satisfy these instincts in their daily lives, becoming bored. Bored dogs can exhibit bad or even destructive behavior.

Does this sound like your furry friend? If so, we’ll give you some ideas to keep your pup mentally stimulated and happy. Learn more about brain games for dogs and how to keep your dog mentally active.

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How To Get Rid Of Bad Dog Breath: Why It Stinks & Prevention Tips

Snuggling up with your dog is the best ending to any day. But when he turns to give you a big slobbery kiss, and his breath hits you in the face like a skunk — yuck! Why does your dog’s breath stink so bad? What did he eat? We’re going to give you the lowdown on possible causes, how to get rid of your dog’s bad breath, and preventative tips.

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Allergy Shots For Dogs: Cytopoint, Immunotherapy, Cost, Side Effects & More

Allergies can be as frustrating for dogs as they are for humans. However, there are a lot of excellent options for treatment, including allergy shots for dogs. This effective treatment can help give your pup some relief and, in some cases, even cure him. I’ll give you all the information you need to work with your vet to make the right allergy treatment decision for your furry friend.

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Pepto Bismol For Dogs: Is It Safe, Can You Give It For Diarrhea And Vomiting, And Dosage Chart

When dogs feel under the weather, some pet parents think an easy fix is to give their pup something from their medicine cabinet. In some cases, you can give dogs human meds, but human meds are usually off-limits for dogs. If your dog is having tummy troubles, you may wonder, can you give a dog Pepto Bismol? Our guide gives you the lowdown on Pepto Bismol and dogs.

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Chicken And Rice For Dogs: A Simple Homemade Recipe

For us humans, chicken noodle soup is a go-to when feeling ill. For dogs, many veterinarians suggest feeding your pup chicken and rice to settle an upset stomach. How much chicken and rice should you feed your dog to help him feel better? And how should you cook it? We’ll help you figure out how to help your pup’s ailing tummy with some tips and an easy recipe for boiled chicken and rice for dogs.

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Bone Broth For Dogs: Health Benefits, Our Top Picks, Recipes & More

The use of bone broth goes back to prehistoric times when humans had to maximize their caloric resources. In modern times, people primarily use bone broth as a base for soups, stews, and sauces. But it’s also become a trendy “drink” over the last decade or so for its purported health benefits. Can dogs have bone broth? They sure can, and your canine companion likely will love this tasty treat as a meal topper or added to his water. Bone broth for dogs is growing in popularity as a nutritional supplement. But does it really benefit our furry friends? We’ll shed light on its potential health benefits and which products are best for your pup.

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Best Diabetic Dog Food: Non-Prescription, Budget-Friendly, Low-Carb & More

So, your vet has told you that your furry family member has diabetes mellitis. It can be a worrisome diagnosis for sure, but many diabetic dogs can have an excellent quality of life for many years as long as you’re vigilant about keeping the disease under control. The key to managing diabetes is to keep your pet’s blood sugar (glucose) near normal levels. For dogs, this requires daily insulin injections and a diet change in some cases — particularly for overweight dogs. There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to a diabetic canine’s diet. That’s because many factors affect each dog’s unique needs, including age, activity level, whether he’s overweight, the presence of any other health conditions, and more. But dog food ingredients can sometimes help keep a dog’s glucose levels more steady. I’ll explain some general diet guidelines and give you my reviews of some of the best food for dogs with diabetes.

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What Are The Best Pain Meds For Dogs? Avoid Your Medicine Cabinet

Our family dog, Tiny, is a fanatic off-leash runner. He loves to bolt at full speed, but his aging body isn’t keeping up with his youthful energy (sound familiar?!). Often, the next day, he’s sluggish and so sore he won’t even jump up on the couch with me.

We all hate to see our dogs in pain and want to give them relief. Fortunately, there are some very effective pain medications for dogs available. Before you pop them a pill, however, it’s crucial to know what’s safe and what’s not — and what pain medication side effects to watch for.

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Meloxicam For Dogs: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & More

As pet parents, when our dogs are unwell, we don’t feel like ourselves either. We’re worried and stressed, and we just want to see them wagging their tails, nudging us with their noses, and enjoying their food again. So, it’s understandable if you find yourself staring at the medication prescribed by the vet, trying to remember exactly what they said. Thankfully, the dispensing label for any veterinary medication should give clear instructions on how to give it to your dog, and if you’re still unsure, then your veterinarian will be happy for you to call and clarify. Let’s take a closer look at meloxicam for dogs to answer any extra questions you might have.

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