Many people enjoy a beer or two on a hot day. But is it safe to share a cold one with your dog? And what if your dog drinks beer or other alcohol left sitting out? While it may seem fun – or cute – to have a beer with your dog, please don’t. There … Read More »
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Does Your Dog Need Shoes for Paw Protection?
It’s summertime, a time when we love to take our dog hiking or go on other outdoor excursions. There are many dangers for dogs when the temperature gets hot outside, such as heatstroke, dehydration and death due to being left in a car. But one danger owners may not think about is the exposure of … Read More »
What To Expect When Adopting a Dog With Behavior Problems
There’s nothing like rescuing a dog in need, but many shelter dogs come with serious emotional issues. Adopting a dog from a shelter is a rewarding act of kindness for both you and your new dog. Most owners can’t overstate how happy they are every time they look at their dog knowing they saved him … Read More »
18 Unique Nose Work Jobs Only Dogs Can Do
It’s no secret dogs have a powerful sense of smell. As a matter of fact, dogs have up to 300 million olfactory receptors in their nose, which is pretty impressive considering humans have 6 million. This means dogs’ sense of smell is 40 times better than ours. Amazingly, dogs smell at one part per trillion. … Read More »
How to Prevent and Treat Motion Sickness in Dogs
Motion sickness in dogs is a common problem. Motion (or car) sickness is more common in puppies than older dogs. The parts of the inner ear involved in balance are not fully developed in young dogs, likely causing the malady. Puppies will usually outgrow motion sickness by the time they are around one year old. … Read More »
Why Dogs Excessively Lick Their Paws and How to Help
Excessive licking one or both paws is a common canine behavior. Some dogs even chew on their toes, which can be disconcerting. Should dog parents be concerned? Possibly. Persistent paw licking can simply be grooming, but if it comes on suddenly, persists for long periods of time or is accompanied with redness, swelling, odor, bleeding, … Read More »
Canine Diabetes: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can affect large animals, such as dogs, cats, apes, pigs, horses and, of course, humans. Although there isn’t a cure for diabetes, the disease can be managed successfully. The most common type of diabetes found in dogs is diabetes mellitus, or “sugar diabetes”. This type of diabetes is a … Read More »
How to Introduce Your Dog to a New Baby
The time when parents bring a new baby home is one of the great joys in a family’s life. But it may be tricky for the family dog. Babies aren’t just stressful for parents – they can be stressful for dogs too. Parents can find themselves feeling caught between their dogs – often their “first … Read More »
