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Spanish mastiff
This powerful giant was bred in Spain to protect herds of sheep from wolves. Along with the English mastiff, he is the largest dog on Earth. Unlike the British congener, he has a longer coat. Although it may seem that its impressive size makes it inactive, it is not. The Spanish mastiff cannot be called awkward – he knows how to stay with dignity.
These dogs are still used as guard dogs, and therefore they can boast a number of skills that are so appreciated by dog breeders. Continue reading
Top 10 Misconceptions About Dog Health and Care
1. Nothing needs to be done with a small wound on the dog’s body – it will lick it.
In fact, the dog’s oral cavity is a breeding ground for germs, and if she licks the wound herself, this will increase the risk of suppuration and delay healing at least twice. In such cases, the wound should be treated, and a protective collar should be put on the dog to prevent licking.
2. The dosage of anthelmintic drugs depends on the age of the dog.
In fact, it depends only on weight. Continue reading
Feeding the Black Russian Terrier
Despite the fact that the Black Russian Terrier is a practically omnivorous breed, it is worth taking the diet of such a dog seriously, as improper feeding leads to growth disorders and various diseases.
Nutrition should be varied and balanced. The black terrier, however, like other dogs, best digests and assimilates animal feed (meat, trimmings, offal, poultry, fish, dairy products). Although dogs have an increased acidity of gastric juice (to break down animal proteins), they can also use plant foods. The basis of the diet should be meat products, since food waste from the owner’s table and other plant foods cannot satisfy the dog’s need for proteins, fats and trace elements. Continue reading
