COMMON MYTHS ABOUT DOGS

Growing up we heard lots of pet myths such as why dogs eat grass, dogs being color blind and when a dog’s nose is warm then it is running a fever and so on. We would try to explain a few of the common myths in this article and if you have questions or myths you want us to clarify, please send us a mail or drop a comment via our contact details provided below

Wagging tails of Dogs show happiness Wagging of the tail is a pretty common occurrence with dogs; it is most common when they are nervous and happy. It is important to understand the reason for each action in order to build a proper relationship with your Pet. Just like your fellow humans, dogs need to be understood and cared for properly.

Does a warm and dry dog nose signify a fever? Dogs having dry warm nose are not uncommon. It could be for various reasons but nothing to do with their health. It could be because it just woke up. But if you detect unusual breathing patterns, swellings or running nose that lasts for a few days please seek out help from your veterinary doctor or find one of the closest veterinary clinics in Lagos

Are dogs color-blind?

This depends on the specie of Dog. All Dogs see colors but in varying degrees. None are as good as humans but to suggest dogs are color blind would be fallacy. Dogs can detect the colors in their environments and this allows them interact with it as well as they do. Dog baths and Brushing its teeth are simply a waste of time.

Dog baths are not a waste of time; to keep your pet smelling nice and COMMON MYTHS ABOUT DOGS healthy, it is a good idea you shower your dog. But too frequent baths are known to cause dandruff so therefore, a consultation would be nice to know how often you need to do this and what kind of soap to use is something you could need to consult your local vet.

Brushing your dog’s teeth is also good, it could be a struggle but it is also good to keep a good health oral hygiene for your dog, it also helps to protect it from some health complications down the road. Regular toothpaste contains Xylitol which is not good for dogs and therefore you need to consult your vet for the proper paste to use for your dog.

When Dogs eat grass, does it mean they are sick?

I grew up with the notion that dogs tend to eat grass when ill as a natural way of dealing with illness; I thought they were tapping into their primal instincts to solve their health discomfort. Well, research says it is a possibility but also animals may just like to eat grass. If this practice becomes constant, please talk to your veterinary doctor or you can search for a vet clinic around you.

These are just a few Myths discussed, there are lots more, so please feel free to ask and we shall discuss them with you.

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