5 Easy Ways to Check Your Morkie’s Health

Want to know if your Morkie or other small dog is healthy?  Here are 5 easy ways to quickly check…

1. Feel his body

• gently run your hands all over your dog’s body to check for lumps, bumps or cuts
• any signs of discomfort? Is your dog trying to tell you something that doesn’t feel good?

2. Check his food dish

• is your dog eating the same amount of food as usual?
• although animals may eat less in warm weather, any big change is a reason to keep a close eye on your pet

3. Walking ok?

• is your Morkie out of breath after a walk? huffing and puffing? coughing?
• any signs of limping or painful joints?

4. Track his weight

• it can be hard to accurately weigh a small dog
• it’s worth investing in baby scales to keep track of your Morkie’s weight
• gains or losses can be a good indicator that  something’s not right
• A good quality digital baby scale like this one is available from Amazon.com for $59.99

Check your Morkie’s nose; it’s a signpost to good health

5. The nose knows

• check your Morkie’s nose; it should be moist and slightly cool
• excess discharge or sneezing can be a sign of allergies or illness
• (did you know you can give your Morkie Benedryl?)