Swimming is a great way to exercise your dog. It's fun, it's low impact and it's a nice way to stay cool on those really hot days. But like everything else that's fun in this world there are a few dangers to watch out for. If you're going to take … [Read more...]
5 Things to Know About Ticks & Your Dog
2017 is predicted to be one of the worst tick seasons in recent history. Do you know what risks ticks pose to your dog? Would you know what to do if you find a tick on your dog? Here's 5 things to know about ticks & your dog. Dogs Are … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Help Keep Your Arthritic Dog Comfortable
When you think of arthritis you probably think of old dogs. But the truth is, arthritis doesn't just affect old dogs. It's estimated that one in five dogs will show signs of arthritis by the time they're one, and that number increases to 80% by the … [Read more...]
10 Reasons Why Carrots Make Great Dog Treats
Did you know that the average American eats 10.6 pounds of carrots per year? I'm pretty sure we go well above that in this household, and my dog Laika might even come close. Call me weird but carrots are one of the few veggies I enjoy eating plain … [Read more...]
What Happens When a Dog Eats Yeast
We used to joke all the time about my previous dog Carter and his love of carbs. He was obsessed with bread. If you gave him a choice between a slab of meat or a dinner roll he'd choose the roll every single time. And it's that love of bread that got … [Read more...]
Can You Get Poison Ivy From Your Dog?
I moved out of the suburbs and into a wooded area a few years back, and it wasn't long after that I got poison ivy for the first time. I shrugged it off and attributed it to bad luck. Since I don't have a habit of reaching out and touching all the … [Read more...]
5 Everyday Habits That Help Keep Your Dog Fit
We all know the secret to losing weight, right? Eat less & exercise more. But unfortunately it's not always quite so simple, but when you break it down into smaller mini goals it's much easier to manage. Just like us many of our dogs are … [Read more...]
Xylitol: The Artificial Sweetener That Can Be Fatal to Dogs
Xylitol is an artificial sweetener used in many sugarless gums and candies, and unfortunately it can be fatal to dogs. And sadly since it's still used in many products, the number of animal poisonings continues to increase. The number of cases … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Help a Dog That Limps at Night
If you met my dog Laika during the day you'd have no idea she has arthritis. She'd gladly run 5 miles, hike a mountain or swim for 7 hours straight. And that's what makes arthritis hard to manage - she still wants to do all those things during the … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Ear Cropping
Should our dogs be subjected to elective cosmetic surgeries such as ear cropping? Supporters of the practice cite the reduced risk of ear infections that come with it, while those against call it completely unnecessary. Here's what you need to know … [Read more...]