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Well, it turns out, dogs can indeed be affected by COVID19. On the 28th of Feb 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that it has recorded the world’s very first case of a dog that is infected with COVID19. Though WHO did mention that the dog has weak signals of COVID19 infection, it still does show that dogs can indeed be infected with COVID19. Not surprisingly, the dog’s owner has been tested positive for the virus, and doctors are unsure if the dog has infected the owner or is it the other way around. This happened in Hong Kong, and that dog has reportedly passed away in March.

However, recent test did show that the transmission of the virus is purely from human to the dog. A study in China did show that some species of dogs and cats can be susceptible to contracting the COVID19 infection.

So, there you have it. It is very possible for dogs to get COVID19, and it will be important for you to take measure so that you can protect yourself as well as your dog.

How Can I Protect My Dog From COVID19

First of all, based on studies, it is evident that dogs can get COVID19 from their owners. So it will be important for you to protect yourself, as well as the dog, from the virus. Here are some of the measures that you can take.

1. Restrict contact when you are unwell: This is important as it helps to protect the dog from the virus in case you are infected.
2. Wash your hands: Always wash your hands for at least 20 seconds before you decide to play with your pet. In extreme cases, you can also consider giving yourself a full wash when you reach home too.
3. Always sanitize: Make it a point to sanitize your hands whenever you touch something that is in the public domain. Also, you should never touch your face until you have properly washed or sanitized your hands too.

Wrapping things up

Yes, while indeed dogs can be infected with COVID19, the main cause of this does stems from humans. So, it is always on our onus to keep ourselves healthy and clean  so that our dogs will not suffer from our actions.

Common commercial dog foods are highly processed and have truly little nutritional value. Even brands labeled as ‘organic’ often fall short. Sadly, to preserve the food, it must undergo heavy processing and contain preservatives to kill bacteria. Yes, your furry friend can survive on dry or canned foods, but they will not be reaping the benefits of a natural diet. 

Feeding your dog foods that have been approved for human consumption means that you won’t be offering low-grade food choices. Instead, you’ll be providing a variety of fresh meats and produce that you and your family would dine on to Lassie. You don’t have to worry about the foods being overly processed and filled with unknown additives. You always know that you are feeding only real, healthy ingredients so you’ll have peace of mind. 

Healthier Digestion

Commercial dog foods are known to contain high protein to create bulk. Even if the bag claims it has 30 percent protein, it might not be usable and digestible. Please remember, a canine’s system was not designed to consume bulk dry foods which are why Lassie often develops gas and smelly poo. Offering highly digestible, fresh foods will give smaller stools and be more easily digested by your dog. 

Improved Skin and Coat

Dogs often suffer from skin issues like rashes, dry fur, and itching. Yes, it could be allergies, but it could also be a result of the huge number of fillers used in dry dog foods. A fresh diet that is all-natural contains essential fatty acids such as omega 3, 6, and 9 which are known to improve the skin and leave your dog’s fur feeling soft and hydrated. 

Your dog is a member of your family so doesn’t the pooch deserve to dine on all healthy ingredients? You’ll be amazed at the health benefits of feeding your dog all-natural foods.

Whatever Dremel that you decide to use, the ideal speed to grind your dog’s nail is 10,000 – 15,000 RPM. A lower speed will not effectively Dremel the canine’s nails and a speed higher will create an excessive amount of heat which can hurt your pooch. 

A cordless Dremel is ideal because you don’t have to worry about your dog getting tangled in the cord. Also, cordless models are usually somewhat quieter, so your dog won’t be as bothered by the noise. 

If you keep your dog’s nails short by frequently using the Dremel then a 60-grit sanding band is usually perfect. After shortening the nails, you’ll want to smooth the surface of them so use a 120-grit sanding band. You can go over the nail one last time to smooth any sharp edges to create a soft and smooth surface that doesn’t scratch your floors, furniture, or skin. You’ll need to replace the sanding bands every month or two. 

Here are step-by-step directions:

• Have your dog sit or lie down beside you
• Keep a few treats on hand to provide your pooch during the Dremeling process
• Turn the Dremel on and offer words of reassurance
• Pick up one of the dog’s paws gently.
• Hold the grinding tool on the dog’s nail and start to grind the surface away
• Offer a treat if your dog sat there and allowed you to Dremel the nail.
• Move on to the next nail. 
• Provide ample amounts of praise if your dog holds still. 

If your dog starts to pull his paw away then you might want to take a break and start again in an hour or so. Sometimes you can only do a few toenails at a time because many dogs have a short attention span. 

Once you finish Dremeling the dog’s nails with the 60-grit sanding band then it is time to go back over each nail using the 120-grit sanding band to soothe and soften the nail’s surface. 

Dremeling your dog’s nails is a fantastic and safe option to clipping.