Hungarian Sheepdog, also known as Komondor, comes from the Pusta region of Hungary. This dog only has one color, which is white. The hair grows in rope-like strands and can reach the ground after 4 years, so it is also called the "mop dog". It is the only dog that can dive.
Komondor has strong strength and a cute appearance. It has a large body, well-developed muscles, and strong bones, covered with thick white rope-like fur. Komondor lives outdoors all year round. Its white fur can hide it among herds to protect it from predator attacks, and the thick fur can also withstand harsh weather. Komondor is actually a guard dog, not a sheepdog.
Komondor, also known as mop dog, as the name suggests, its hair is as long as a mop, hence the nickname mop dog. Its fur is only white, and it is the only dog that can dive. Its history can be traced back more than a thousand years, as one of the ancient dog breeds. It is considered the descendant of the Tibetan Mastiff and was not officially recognized as a breed until 1920.
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1, Heart Disease
Heart disease in dogs is often related to obesity and old age. When a dog has heart disease, it will mainly show symptoms such as easy exhaustion and difficulty breathing. Dog heart disease is difficult to detect and often goes unnoticed until it is too late.
2, Infectious Diseases
Canine distemper and canine parvovirus are common and highly fatal infectious diseases in dogs. Dogs that have not been vaccinated in time are highly susceptible to these two diseases. Once infected, dogs may show symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, fever, and vomiting and diarrhea.
3, Kidney Disease
When it comes to common diseases and symptoms in dogs, kidney disease cannot be ignored. The terrifying thing about canine kidney disease is that it often develops unnoticed, and by the time the owner realizes it, the dog's renal cells have been damaged by more than 75%. Common symptoms of kidney disease in dogs include blood in the urine, abnormal urine color, and changes in urination habits.
4, Parasites
Intestinal worms such as roundworms and hookworms, as well as heartworms, are common parasites that infect dogs. When dogs are infected with intestinal parasites, main symptoms may include emaciation, listlessness, diarrhea, passing worms in the feces, and pale gums. Heartworms are parasites that live in the dog's heart. After infection, dogs may show symptoms such as reduced vitality, coughing, anemia, asthma, and ascites.
5, Canine Pneumonia
Pneumonia is also a common disease in dogs, but it is often a complication of other diseases. It mainly occurs in dogs with abnormalities in the upper respiratory system, bacterial infections, canine distemper infections, viral colds, impaired lung function, and heartworm infections. Coughing, nasal congestion, and fever are the main symptoms of pneumonia in dogs.
Newborn period: The newborn period is when the puppy is just born and mainly relies on maternal milk for survival. The body cannot regulate temperature and needs the mother to generate heat for warmth. No hearing or vision for the first day, only rely on weak touch to find the nipple. Eyes open around day 13, hearing develops around day 15, and teething begins around day 20. From day 21-28, the amount of maternal milk is not enough, and the transition from liquid to semi-solid food is needed. This can easily cause diarrhea and constipation, so lactase, probiotics, or goat milk powder/pet milk should be fed. If constipation occurs when feeding milk powder, a small amount of vegetable oil can be fed and massaging the abdomen can help with bowel movements. Deworming for the first time starts at 14-28 days old.
Puppy period: 1 month - 2 months old. The puppy's digestive system is not fully developed at this time, so it needs the owner's careful care. Usually, it should be fed at least 3 times a day, with small meals depending on the puppy's condition. Soak the dog food in warm water or goat milk powder and feed it gradually. Do not overfeed, otherwise the puppy may have poor digestion. Be sure to give the puppy drinking water and remember not to feed it milk, as milk can cause diarrhea. You can give the puppy a little probiotics every day to regulate the intestines and stomach. At this time, puppies have a weak resistance to viruses and bacteria, should not be taken out, and must not come into contact with cold patients to prevent the puppy from getting sick. Immunization starts at 6-7 weeks old and ends at 3 months old. Try to give them a bath after immunization. Dry cleaning powder can be used for bathing in the early stages. Teething starts at 19-28 days old and all baby teeth are grown by 2 months old. They have certain learning abilities and can start toilet training.
Adolescence: 3 months - 6 months old. At this time, puppies can gradually transition from soaking dog food to eating dry dog food. Adjust the puppy's eating time gradually and make it more regular. The puppy still eats dog food and drinks water. However, at this time, the puppy's bones and muscles grow rapidly, requiring a large amount of protein and calcium. The coat gradually changes to adult fur, which is a critical period for beautiful fur and can be an awkward stage. And puppies enter a dominant period, trying to have their own territory and dominate the owner. Destructive ability increases. During this time, puppies grow rapidly in body length and need daily exercise to maintain body development.
Sexual maturity: 8 months - 14 months old. At this stage, the puppy enters sexual maturity and experiences the first estrus. The first estrus is prone to hormonal imbalance, causing estrus disorders. Prolonged estrus, no estrus, or false pregnancy have low pregnancy rates and high incidence of difficult delivery. It is necessary to supplement them with nutrients that promote reproduction, such as vitamin E, organic chromium, folic acid, etc. It is important to note that first-time estrus should not be allowed for breeding. Pay attention to hygiene during estrus to prevent infection. If not breeding, spaying can be performed after estrus.
Adolescence: 6 months - 10 months old, 6 months - 18 months old. At this time, puppies can eat dry dog food completely and can also be properly fed with meat to enrich nutrition, such as cooked beef and chicken. However, be careful not to feed chicken or duck bones, as it can lead to poor bone development. If necessary (poor nutrition, weak and sickly, picky eater, etc.), you can appropriately supplement with nutritional products. According to the puppy's actual situation, choose to supplement vitamins, calcium, protein, or nutrition products for hair maintenance. Do not overdo it. Do not supplement a large amount of nutrients to the puppy all at once due to pity. It should be done gradually. At this time, puppies' bones and muscles grow rapidly, requiring a large amount of protein and calcium. They are curious, have strong cognitive abilities, and have a deep memory. It is the best learning period.
Adult period: 1 year - 6 years old. At 1 year old, the dog is already an adult and has almost finished growing. There will not be much change in size and body shape in the future. At this stage, it is normal to eat dog food and there are no excessive restrictions on diet. However, it is still important to supplement nutrients appropriately, not to feed chicken or duck bones, avoid salty and spicy foods, feed cooked food instead of cold food, and avoid eating animal fat. If the dog catches a cold or gets sick, it should be taken to a pet hospital for timely medical treatment. Do not make blind judgments and self-medicate unless you are a veterinarian. Take responsibility for your beloved pet.
Old age: 8 years - 18 years old. Dogs over 8 years old are already over 50 years old in human years and should enter the "old age" stage of their lives. At this time, the dog's organ functions decline, and age-related diseases such as diabetes, weakened liver and kidney function, and bone and joint diseases may occur. It is especially important to pay attention to calcium supplementation to prevent diabetes, liver and kidney diseases, hypertension, fractures, arthritis, and other diseases. You can choose to eat more soy products and cartilage, or use calcium supplements available on the market. Get more sunlight and take more walks, pay attention to hygiene on a daily basis. Believe that the time you spend with your dog will be longer.
1. Can't bathe frequently
When bathing a dog, of course, it cannot be too frequent. The frequency of bathing a dog depends on the dog's hygiene conditions. In hot weather, you can bathe your dog one or two more times, and in winter, you can reduce it by one or two times. However, it should not exceed 5 times in total. Otherwise, it will damage its fur and skin!
2. Regular brushing
Dogs shed almost every day, especially in spring and autumn. If you want the fur to grow well, regular brushing is an important step. Pet owners can use pet-specific brushes to help dogs clean naturally shed hair and prevent tangling. Brushing once in the morning and evening for about five minutes each time is enough.
3. Sunbathing
Sunbathing is beneficial for the growth of a dog's fur, and besides making the fur more shiny, letting dogs sunbathe can also help kill bacteria. While sunbathing, you can let your dog exercise a bit, which can help improve its physical fitness, promote blood circulation, and help grow healthier fur.
4. Deworming
Poor fur condition is closely related to parasites. Parasites will absorb a large amount of nutrients from dogs and compete for nutrients, so deworming is indispensable. It is recommended to do internal and external deworming together. Deworming medication can cause significant damage to a dog's digestive system, so it is recommended to feed probiotics regularly to relieve gastrointestinal discomfort.
5. Pay attention to diet
In order for a dog to have a shiny coat, it must have a good nutritional foundation and pay attention to daily diet. On the one hand, feed the dog with nutritious and healthy dog food, choose a suitable and nutritious dog food that meets the dog's needs. On the other hand, you can also provide the dog with a moderate amount of lean meat, cooked egg yolk, and vegetable oil.
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