A question we usually ask about our dogs when we’re still a child. Our dog comes home for the first time and we get straight to playing with them in the backyard. After the first time playing with my male dog, I was surprised to find that there were bumps on his chest. Intrigued, I decided to start researching what these could be.
So, are stairs or ramps better for dogs? Ramps for dogs will reduce the risk of falling in the short-term and they significantly decrease wear and tear on joints over the long-term. For arthritic dogs with joint problems, a ramp helps reduce the impact stairs can have on sore joints.
Dog carriers are a popular item among pet parents and sling carriers have been one of the most sought after items. The good news is that before you spend a ton of money on a dog sling carrier, you can actually make your own. It is a lot easier than you think!
So, why is a dog in pain when going upstairs? The answer may be simple: joint issues. While senior dogs are especially susceptible to joint pain and are more likely to be the ones unwilling to trek staircases, younger dogs may develop a condition due to injury or may even already be liable for joint damage at an early age because of their breed.
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So, how do you measure your dog for a carrier? You will need to use a soft tape measure and get measurements for these three different dimensions of your dog: length, height, and width. There are ways to measure your dog that will tell you exactly how big the carrier needs to be for comfortable travel, keep reading to find them out!
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