Dog Health

Once you adopt a pup, spaying or neutering is often high up on the priority list for many pet owners. Still, not all are...

Your dog has been having a lot of gas lately. It’s hard not to notice. You can hear the grumbling going on loudly in...

Want to learn about over the counter dog anxiety medication? Dealing with an anxious dog is normal for almost every pet owner. Whether it's separation anxiety,...

Do you know how many times a dog gets in heat per year?  Depending on the breed and size, your dog is prone to getting...

Every dog owner understands how important it is for their dog to spend time exploring the great outdoors. Flies, in particular, are an especially persistent...

You might have not given much thought to it, but cancer is widespread among dogs. But how do you recognize cancerous tumors like melanoma...

Cantaloupe is a popular and delicious fruit that most people enjoy. But can dogs eat cantaloupe as well, and is cantaloupe for dogs safe to consume?...

Dogs, like humans, can benefit from using a wheelchair when injured or paralyzed. Whether your pup needs a wheelchair for short-term rehabilitation reasons or he will require a wheelchair for the rest of his life, you can learn how to make a dog wheelchair that will meet his needs.

The term “probiotic” is a catch-all for the substance that stimulates “friendly” gut-dwelling microbes found in both humans and animals (1). These microscopic yet...

Pet obesity has reached epidemic levels in the United States. Sadly, this condition is 100% preventable. If you've been asking yourself "is my pet overweight?", this article will explain how to tell and what you can do about it. According to recent research from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 59% of dogs and 61% of cats were classified as overweight or obese in 2022. Unfortunately, this statistic is also directly linked to a rise in diseases commonly associated with excess weight including diabetes, arthritis and certain types of cancer.

Personally, I love the way my dogs smell…most of the time. A “normal” smelling dog is comforting to me, but when they stink, it can be awful. This leaves owners begging the question, why does my dog smell bad? Remember that all dogs have unique aromas, and some breeds are smellier than others. Your dog’s unique smell comes from the oil on his skin. 

Stress is a normal part of life for everyone, including dogs. The truth is: stress isn’t always bad either! It reminds us to eat, helps...