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Care & health
A pet's body language
Pet Body Language A Happy Dog - Wags its tail vigorously, sometimes wiggling its whole body - Ears are relaxed and tilted slightly backward - Playful bow—front paws down, rear end up - Gentle gaze, m…
May 5, 20261 min read
Dangerous foods
Products That Are Dangerous to Pets
Dangerous Foods Life-Threatening - Chocolate — theobromine is toxic to dogs and cats - Grapes and raisins — cause kidney failure - Xylitol (gum, candy, toothpaste) — causes a sharp drop in blood suga…
May 5, 20261 min read
Care & health
First aid and when to see a veterinarian
First Aid First Aid for Poisoning - Induce vomiting (1 tsp of salt per glass of water) — only if the poison was ingested recently - Administer activated charcoal — 1 tablet per 5 kg of body weight -…
May 5, 20261 min read
Health
Traveling with a pet
Traveling with a Pet Train - A Form No. 1 veterinary certificate with proof of rabies vaccination is required - Pets must be transported in a carrier - Small animals weighing up to 20 kg may travel i…
May 5, 20261 min read
Training
Basic commands for dogs
Basic Commands Training Guidelines - Short sessions of 5–10 minutes, 2–3 times a day - Use only positive reinforcement—treats and praise - Have one person train the dog at first; others can join in l…
May 5, 20261 min read