There’s no doubt about it – dogs like to chew items, especially when they’re still puppies. It’s normal for puppies and dogs to chew on things as they explore the world. For young dogs, it’s a way to relieve pain because they’re teething. For older dogs, it’s nature’s way of keeping jaws strong and teeth … Read More »
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Are Dogs Smarter Than Cats?
It’s an age-old question – “Are you a dog person or cat person?” There’s long been a debate about cats versus dogs and their different merits. While there are plenty of households containing both dogs and cats, many are still divided. People still want to know whether dogs or cats make better pets. Are dogs … Read More »
Dog Itching Relief & Home Remedies for Skin Allergies
Is your dog’s itchy skin driving him or her bonkers? It might even be getting on your nerves – the scratching, the licking, the chewing. If your dog is itching like crazy it might be driving you both up the walls! Dogs love a good scratch, but excessive itching can be a sign of an … Read More »
Moving with a Dog: How to Help Your Dog Adjust to Your New Home
Moving with a dog adds an extra layer of complication to an already stressful process. Along with all the timing challenges and somehow getting all those boxes unpacked in a reasonable period, you also have to consider the strain on your fur baby, and how your new home is more than just a change of … Read More »
How to Keep Your Dog Cool and Safe During Hot Weather
We all love spending summer days outside with our furry best friends but enjoying the hot weather can be dangerous. As temperatures are rising, dog owners need to pay special attention to their dogs to understand their limitations and take extra precautions in this warmer weather so your fun in the sun doesn’t turn into … Read More »
Exercise-Induced Collapse in Dogs
Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC) in dogs is a medical condition causing dogs to collapse during strenuous activity. It is characterized by muscle weakness, lack of coordination, and life-threatening collapse after intense exercise in otherwise healthy dogs. What is Exercise-Induced Collapse in Dogs? Exercise-induced collapse is an inherited neuromuscular disease. From a scientific perspective, the disease is … Read More »
Alopecia in Dogs: Is Your Dog Losing More Hair Than Usual?
Hair loss in dogs is called alopecia. It can appear in a single spot, in patches, or all over the body. Usually alopecia occurs on the top of the head, belly, back and ears. In addition to bald patches, you might notice redness, crusting and swelling around the bald areas. Dogs with this condition tend … Read More »
Trail Etiquette for Hiking with Dogs
Hiking can be a great form of exercise as well as a fun way to spend more time with your dog. Any dog owner knows it’s important to provide mental and physical stimulation to keep your dog healthy and well-adjusted, and hiking fits the bill. But it’s important to recognize anyone who enjoys backwoods trails … Read More »
