Among the most exciting events in a dog lover’s life is when they finally decide to get a dog. Accompanying that feeling is also the pressure of wanting to know everything a new dog owner needs for when their buddy comes home with them. If you’re about to have a new doggo, keep reading to…
Recently, Cayenne, my beautiful, loyal dog of 10 years, started showing signs of difficulty in walking. And, as with all pets, when there is a problem, it is immediately your problem. So I immediately went to our veterinarian and had her checked out. The prognosis was a combination of old age, chronic pain and a…
Nobody wants to think about the “C-word,” but unfortunately, cancer is the leading cause of natural death among dogs. According to veterinary oncologist Dave Ruslander, 50% of dogs over age 10 will develop a form of cancer. As the body ages, it becomes more vulnerable to disease. Learn the early signs of canine cancer to keep your…
Every time your dog smells the aroma of its doggie bowl about to be served, it would start wagging its tail in excitement and start making short work of its food. But as a dog parent, are you aware of the food that you’re serving to your four-legged friend? While most pooches can maintain optimal…
When your dog is begging for the delicious food in your hand, it’s always tempting to give in—especially when the scraps will otherwise go to waste. But think twice about serving human food to your pup. Plenty of common foods, seasonings, and additives are actually toxic for dogs to consume. Other treats should be avoided…
As dog owners, we all want to protect our precious doggos, showering them with the utmost affection and love so they can live their best lives right by our side. If your pet is not eating a nutritious and balanced diet, this can lead to issues later in life. The term “balanced diet” may be…
Humans have been breeding dogs since they first domesticated wild wolves thousands of years ago. Today there are over 400 different kinds of dog breeds to choose from—including the most-coveted purebreds. Unfortunately, all those centuries of gene pool tampering and inbreeding have led to health issues in these premium breeds. If you are thinking of…
