The Block
Good reads for life with a dog
Notes, guides, and lessons from people walking the same block. Sorted by what you need.
By concern Heatstroke & hot pavement 15 Puppy basics 4 Senior care 12 Anxiety & stress 7 Reactivity & leash aggression 5 Separation anxiety 3
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Arthritis 5 Excessive barking 4 Joint & mobility 2 Paw care 2 Recall training 0 Eye conditions 3 Gut health & poop 3 Itchy skin 3 Leash pulling 2 Resource guarding 3 Epilepsy & seizures 2 Fleas, ticks & mosquitoes 1 Weight management 1 Allergies 1 Brachycephalic airway issues 1 Collapsed trachea 1 Cushing's syndrome 1 Dental health 1 Heart conditions 1 House training 0 Hypothyroidism 1 Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) 1 Patellar luxation 1 Thunderstorm & firework fear 1
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Article Cataracts in Older Singapore Dogs: What to Watch For Cataracts cloud a senior dog's lens and can steal vision fast. Learn to tell it apart from normal ageing haze, spot early signs, and know when surgery helps.
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Article Vision and Hearing Loss in Senior Dogs: Normal Ageing or Vet Visit? A plain-spoken guide to vision and hearing loss in senior dogs, covering nuclear sclerosis, cataracts, presbycusis, and when it's time to see a vet. -
Article IVDD in Dogs: A Singapore Guide to Slipped Discs and Recovery A Singapore vet guide to IVDD in dogs: breed risk, warning signs to spot at home, what the golden 24 hours means, and treatment options here. -
Article Recognising Common Dog Health Issues in Singapore Learn to identify common dog health issues in Singapore, like skin, joint, eye, and tummy problems, and know when to consult a vet.
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Heatstroke & hot pavement 15 Puppy basics 4 Senior care 12 Anxiety & stress 7 Reactivity & leash aggression 5 Separation anxiety 3 Arthritis 5 Excessive barking 4 Joint & mobility 2 Paw care 2 Recall training 0 Eye conditions 3 Gut health & poop 3 Itchy skin 3 Leash pulling 2 Resource guarding 3 Epilepsy & seizures 2 Fleas, ticks & mosquitoes 1 Weight management 1 Allergies 1 Brachycephalic airway issues 1 Collapsed trachea 1 Cushing's syndrome 1 Dental health 1 Heart conditions 1 House training 0 Hypothyroidism 1 Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) 1 Patellar luxation 1 Thunderstorm & firework fear 1
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