Dog Diseases & Conditions

Warts on Dogs - The Complete Guide

Warts on Dogs: The Complete Guide

Finding a lump or bump on your dog is concerning, to say the least, but not all lumps and bumps are created equal. This...
3 Ways to Prevent and Treat Staph Infection in Dogs

3 Ways to Prevent and Treat Staph Infection in Dogs

A staph infection is a type of infection caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus. Staph infection in dogs is as common as it is in...
What Is Enlarged Heart in Dogs (Dilated Cardiomyopathy)

Enlarged Heart in Dogs (Dilated Cardiomyopathy): What You Must Know

If your dog is having difficulty breathing, is losing weight and suffers from a cough, he may be suffering from the deadly condition of...
Heart Murmurs in Dogs

Heart Murmurs in Dogs: A Brief Guide

Dogs are subject to many heart complications and conditions, and heart murmurs are just one of them. All dogs may suffer from this condition,...
Muscle Atrophy in Dogs - Causes, Prevention and Treatments

Muscle Atrophy in Dogs: Causes, Prevention, Treatments

Muscle atrophy is a medical condition when the mass of muscles deteriorates, resulting in muscle tissue loss, sometimes in localized areas and other times...
Hyperpigmentation in dogs Featured Image

Hyperpigmentation In Dogs

Have you noticed your dog’s skin may have unusually dark areas in their skin? Irregular in shape, scattered, or even in just one region?...
Dog Pyometra - What Owners Must Know

Dog Pyometra: What Owners Must Know

What dog pyometra is, it's a bacterial infection that results in an abscessed, pus-filled uterus that occurs in female dogs that have not been...
This is what skin tags on dogs look like

Skin Tags on Dogs: How to Prevent and Remove Them

Skin tags are small, benign growths that can appear on any dog of any breed, gender, and age. Some breeds are more susceptible to them,...
Signs of Rabies in Dogs and Their Three Prominent Stages

10 Signs of Rabies in Dogs and Three Prominent Stages

Rabies is a deadly preventable virus with almost 100% fatal outcomes in most cases (1). If your dog becomes infected with rabies, there is little...
The Bone Cancer in Dogs

Bone Cancer in Dogs: What It Means for Your Dog and What to Do

Dogs are susceptible to many serious diseases, just like humans. Some breeds are more predisposed to certain illnesses than others. Unfortunately, no matter what...
Deaf Dog Myths Featured

6 Top Deaf Dog Myths (Debunked)

Have you heard about deaf dog myths? Rumors that deaf dogs aren’t able to do this or that like a normal dog? Being unable to...
My Dog Has a Cold - What Do I Do

My Dog Has a Cold. What Do I Do?

We are all well aware of the common cold since there are millions of cases recorded every year in the U.S. alone, according to...

LATEST FEATURES

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone - Featured Image

How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home Featured Image

How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty Breaks Featured Image

How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
Why Dogs MIrror Their Owner's Energy and Personality Featured Image

Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...
How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water - Featured Image

How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To bathe a dog that hates water, first, choose the best location, whether outdoors or in the sink. Brush their coat first...
How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet - Featured Image

How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Puppies up to 12 months should be taken to the vet every 3 to 4 weeks for their initial vaccines, while adult...
11 Signs Your Dog's Diet is Causing Health Problems Featured Image

11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...
Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs Featured Image

10 Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs: Keep Your Yard Clean and...

I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...
Setting Up Home Office with a Pet Space Featured Image

How to Set Up a Home Office With a Pet Space...

For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...