As we all make our preparations for the winter season, ensuring that our furry friends are ready for the snowy weather can be a bit tricky. The cold and wet weather often wreaks havoc on their noses and skin, leaving them susceptible to ailments like dry, flaky skin, persistent runny eyes and nose, and ear […]
Signs Your Dog is Grieving and How You Can Help
Dogs may not be human but when dogs lose either an owner or another pet, they grieve as their owners do. Dogs can experience many emotions, just like humans. After all, if they have other basic needs in common with humans, such as food and sleep, so why can't they also feel sadness? In fact, […]
Suffering from PTSD? How a Service Dog Can Help
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can alter a person's life forever. It may be surprising that anybody is at risk for developing this disorder. And, it is estimated that a percentage of Americans will experience PTSD at some point in their lifetime. If you have ever wondered how a service dog can help with PTSD read […]
Bloat in Dogs: What are the Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention?
Bloat in dogs, also called Canine Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus. It is a life-threatening condition second only to cancer as a killer of dogs. Bloat causes the stomach to swell with undigested food or gas. Then, for reasons that are not fully understood, it rotates (twisted stomach) cutting off its own blood supply. This makes it impossible […]
Dog Training 101: 5 Important Tips and Commands for Training a Sociable Pup
Having a dog is a responsibility that owners must take on with the greatest seriousness. Dogs can be destructive and dangerous unless properly socialized and trained to behave appropriately around the home and neighborhood. Here we have easy dog training 101 tips you can implement in training your pup! Use regular training sessions several times […]
What Causes Sleep Incontinence in Dogs and How to Manage It
Sleep incontinence in dogs is often triggered by hormonal imbalances and the muscular weakness that results. Medication therapy, in conjunction with diapering and regular washings, can help pet owners manage this ailment while preventing infections and discomfort. Causes of Sleep Incontinence Varying degrees of incontinence, or involuntary urination, is not uncommon in older animals, but […]
Signs of Hip Problems in Dogs
Many dogs, in particular large and giant breed dogs, have the tendency to develop hip problems. These problems are often recognized during the critical stages of a puppy's growth. However, hip problems may technically develop during any life stage, demonstrating a preference for obese dogs and senior dogs. It is generally easy to recognize hip […]
How to Make an Entertaining Upcycled Dog Toy from an Old T-Shirt
Your pup will love playing with this easy-to-make upcycled dog toy! This fun toy is made using old t-shirts you no longer need and a tennis ball. Why not surprise your pooch today?! Why not put those old t-shirts to good use by recycling them into a fun dog toy? Dogs love fun toys to […]
What are the Causes of Dog Ear Odor?
Ear infections in dogs are relatively common and rank among the top causes of dog ear odor. However, there are different types of infections that warrant different treatments. Otitis externa is an infection of the outer ear, and otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. Inner-ear infections are also possible, though they are […]
Can't Take Your Pet On A Vacation With You? Here's What To Do
If you're like most people, you enjoy having a vacation every now and then. It can be a great chance to get away from it all and relax and unwind. In some cases, people are able to bring their pets along with them. But what if your destination doesn't allow them, or if you're going […]