What kind of food should I Feed my Collie?
Your Collie will love real chicken, turkey, beef, fish, eggs, yogurt, broccoli…. this is not just “people food” and I’ll tell you why… [read more] 5 Best Kibble and Canned Dog Foods Some are better than others, but I must be honest – I’m not a huge fan of dry or canned dog food. Here are my concerns… [read more]
Are there any health problems for Rough Collies?
Fortunately, orthopedic diseases are not very common in Collies. Hip dysplasia does occur, but the Orthopedic Foundation of America evaluated the hip X-rays of 3100 Rough and Smooth Collies and found less than 3% dysplastic, which is good.
How does age affect a border collie dog?
However, because the border collie has such an exuberant personality and so much excitement as a young dog, it’s really difficult for many dog owners to see the changes that come with age in this breed. There is nothing you can do about the aging process in a dog but adapt your own behaviors to his newly acquired behaviors.
When does smooth and Rough Collie puppies outgrow it?
This rare disease affects Sheltie and Collie puppies at 3-6 months old. Crusty skin lesions come and go, and the puppy grows slowly, with spindly legs and muscle wasting. Mildly affected dogs may outgrow the condition, though some will have permanent scars. In severely affected dogs]
However, because the border collie has such an exuberant personality and so much excitement as a young dog, it’s really difficult for many dog owners to see the changes that come with age in this breed. There is nothing you can do about the aging process in a dog but adapt your own behaviors to his newly acquired behaviors.
Why does my senior dog refuse to eat?
Is Your Dog a Senior? While senior dogs may have lower caloric requirements than young dogs, and therefore may eat less than they used to, marked weight loss or a refusal to eat is not normal and can indicate serious underlying health conditions. These can include, but are not limited to: Dental disease. Pancreatitis. Liver disease. Kidney disease
What should I do if my dog wont eat Kibble?
Some dogs simply refuse to eat kibble in favor of canned food. While this can have some negative consequences, such as worse dental disease or a higher food bill, it may not be a problem to have your dog on canned food long-term. Talk to your veterinarian to see if feeding your dog an all-canned diet may be the best option for them.
What does it mean when your dog won’t eat for 3 days?
Don’t forget to tell us how you got on with using our tips for your dog! When a dog hasn’t eaten at all for around three days vets will refer to it as ‘anorexia’. Partial anorexia is when a dog eats, but not enough to keep him healthy and fit. This is a medical term and doesn’t mean that your dog has a mental problem.