Emergencies can happen at any time, whether you’re at home, hiking dog-friendly trails or out camping. Everyone who shares a home with a dog should have a basic dog first aid kit on hand. Keep your first aid kit in your home and take it with you (or make another one for the car) … Read More »
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Grain-Free Diets and Heart Disease in Dogs
About a year ago the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first released a statement alerting dog owners about a possible link in canines between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and a diet containing peas, lentils, potatoes and other legumes as a main ingredient. These ingredients are commonly found in diets advertised as “grain-free”. The FDA suggested … Read More »
Living With a Large Breed Dog
When you share your home with a large breed dog, you need to think – and act – BIG. Of course, the term “large breed” can be interpreted to mean a Golden Retriever, while others think more in terms of a Russian Wolfhound or Neapolitan Mastiff. Regardless of your interpretation of “large”, there are many … Read More »
15 Common Mistakes Dog Owners Make (and May Regret Later)
Deciding to add a canine companion to your family is a big decision. Often, the delight of getting a new pup overshadows the true level of responsibility it is to be a dog parent. If you’re not careful, you can allow bad habits to form that will make life more difficult for you and your … Read More »
7 Dangers of Obesity in Dogs
Obesity is a growing problem for people in our society, and unfortunately, it’s the same for our pets. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, over 55 percent of dogs are obese. If your dog is obese, he or she will have a higher risk of chronic and life-long conditions. What is Considered Obese … Read More »
Signs, Causes and Treatments for Canine Papillomas (Warts)
Canine Campus has received a few (3-4) reports of canine oral papillamos in enrolled dogs recently. It’s important that you understand what canine oral papillomas is, causes, risks and treatment. What is Canine Papillomas? Papillomas sounds like a serious disease, but it’s actually just the medical term for warts. Warts are a collection of abnormal … Read More »
Top 10 Reasons Your Dog May Be Sick and What to Do About It
Just like people, dogs get sick. Your dog should be seen by your vet if you think he or she may have a serious condition. However, some minor issues can be dealt with at home. Learning how to interpret the danger signs that your dog might be sick can help you decide the best course … Read More »
What Should Your Dog’s Poop Look Like?
April 1 – 7 is International Pooper Scooper Week. This week-long observation was founded in 2002 by the Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists (aPaws) to raise awareness for the growing problem of dog waste pollution in our communities, environment and water tables. Their message to dog owners is to be diligent about cleaning up … Read More »
