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Dog care in summers

Have you waited all winter to go outside with your dog for fun activities? After a long winter, the outdoors is finally calling to enjoy longer park walks, beach days or challenging treks. But as we know, we have to be extra cautious when it comes to scorching heat that is uncomfortable for humans as well as for dogs. Summer-time means your furry friend will have exposure to ticks, insects, sunburn or insect bites.  How do dogs naturally cool down? Dogs regulate their body temperature differently than humans, using a combination of conduction, convection, radiation, and evaporation to cool down. While dogs do sweat through their paw pads, they lose minimal heat this way. Instead, dogs rely primarily on panting to circulate air through their bodies and cool down. Dogs seek out cooler places when they overheat, but it's important to avoid leaving them in stationary cars in hot weather, as this can trap heat and lead to dangerous conditions. In hot weather, it's best to let dogs s...

Bad Effects of Sweets on the Health of a Dog

  You may be tempted to share your favourite sweet treats with your dog, but is it safe? The short answer is no. Sweets are not good for your dog and can even be harmful. Owners of dogs should refrain from giving their animals anything with added sugar as it increases weight and affects different organs.   First, it's important to understand that dogs have different digestive systems than humans. They aren't able to break down certain types of food in the same way we can, and some foods that are safe for us can be toxic for them. This includes many types of sweets, such as chocolate, candy, and baked goods.   One of the biggest dangers of sweets for dogs is chocolate. Chocolate contains a compound called theobromine, which dogs are unable to metabolize properly. This can lead to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, rapid heart rate, and even seizures or death in severe cases. The darker the chocolate, the higher the concentration of theobromine, so even a small amount ca...

Dog Boarding in Chandigarh

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 When it comes to dog boarding in Chandigarh services, safety comes first. But with Whooftown, you can count on receiving the best service possible at a reasonable price.  To Know More: