Pedigree's Dentastix are a convenient way to keep your fur pal's teeth clean Sometime ago, I had to rush one of my schnauzers to the vet because he was in obvious pain, which scared the wits out of me. After several diagnostic tests and a thorough inspection, the vet found a diseased tooth – something… Continue reading Ensuring your dog’s dental health
Category: Dog health
Caring for a dog with kidney failure in the Philippines
Kidney failure is one of the toughest diseases to affect dogs and can be very challenging to manage. For those with senior and geriatric dogs, kidney disease could be quite common, and though it is a heartbreaking diagnosis, I have learned that there are ways to make the healing journey with your dog a little… Continue reading Caring for a dog with kidney failure in the Philippines
Urinary stones in dogs in the Philippines
If you own a mini schnauzer, it’s important to be prepared for urinary stones and urinary tract infections. These are so common among mini schnauzers that one of my favorite vets once likened mini schnauzers to cats, who are also extremely prone to urinary stones and UTI infections. Urinary stones are caused by many things,… Continue reading Urinary stones in dogs in the Philippines
Pet insurance in the Philippines: questions to ask before you buy one
Pet insurance plans are finally available in the Philippines, and many pet parents are eager to get a plan for their furry companions. Since pet insurance is new in the country, everyone is asking how it works and if it is worth their money. Being all too familiar with veterinary bill shock, I excitedly checked… Continue reading Pet insurance in the Philippines: questions to ask before you buy one
Where to go for spay and neuter surgery in the Philippines
I frequently get emails asking me where I had my dogs neutered or spayed, so I am writing this article. Although most veterinary clinics are able to perform these procedures routinely, there are some veterinary clinics that specialize in these procedures. Over the past year, I have been recommending two clinics for all those who… Continue reading Where to go for spay and neuter surgery in the Philippines
Overweight dogs: our weight-loss plan
Is your dog too fat? Chances are, you haven’t noticed. Well at least that was what happened to me. I didn’t realize my mini schnauzer had become overweight until I brought her in for spaying, and the vet just refused to do the surgery on account of her weight. The vet shared that overweight dogs… Continue reading Overweight dogs: our weight-loss plan
Pyometra: why you should spay your dog
Pyometra is one of the most common problems affecting female dogs in the Philippines. If there’s one reason why you should spay your female dog, it’s pyometra, an infection of the uterus. The high numbers are not surprising, considering that most Filipinos do not bother to have their dogs fixed. If there’s one thing I… Continue reading Pyometra: why you should spay your dog
Our dog’s battle with kidney failure
I still remember the day many years ago when my sister’s dog suddenly fell ill out of the blue. He was vomiting a little, refused to eat, and was utterly depressed. On the second day, we took him to the vet, who said he was mildly rehydrated and immediately put him on IV fluids. He… Continue reading Our dog’s battle with kidney failure
Best puppy food in the Philippines: my top choices
If there is anything you shouldn’t scrimp on, it’s your puppy’s food. Good nutrition is very important for a growing puppy, which is why it’s important to give your puppy the right start in life. It’s very important to understand that puppies have different nutritional needs from adult dogs. Since they are going through a… Continue reading Best puppy food in the Philippines: my top choices
Dog food brands in the Philippines: my review
For all pet parents, a top concern is what to feed their dogs. Mini schnauzer owners, in particular, are concerned about the dietary requirements of their dogs. I have always believed that there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to feeding dogs. However, there are some general guidelines when it comes to feeding mini… Continue reading Dog food brands in the Philippines: my review
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