Fear of going to see the vet is a common anxiety in dogs. Even the most easy-going dog may display fear and anxiety when visiting the vet. While your dog may never learn to love a trip to visit the veterinarian, there are steps you can take to help calm your dog’s anxiety when he … Read More »
Archives for October 2021
How to Train Dogs Who Are Not Food Motivated
Most dogs are willing to do anything you ask for a treat. This makes training a dog easy because you know the treat is a reward to them. But how do you train a dog who just isn’t food motivated? Dog training can feel impossible when there isn’t much motivation on the dog’s part. You … Read More »
Top 10 Health Concerns for Large Breed Dogs
Large breed dogs, like Saint Bernards, Great Danes, Mastiffs, Irish Wolfhounds, Pyrenean Mountain Dogs, Bernese Mountain Dogs and Newfoundlands, are known for their big hearts and loyalty. These loving animals are so much more than pets. They are friends, companions, and family members. When they fall ill, their devoted owners are devastated. Few things are … Read More »
Why Dogs Bite and What To Do About It
It can be difficult to imagine your sweet, snuggly pup suddenly becoming aggressive and biting you or someone else. But the truth is all dogs are capable of biting. Every year, there are more than 4.5 million dog bite incidents in the United States. About 800,000 people seek medical attention for dog bites annually; about … Read More »