Dog Health

Dog health is the first concern of every responsible pet parent. We interview vets and canine experts for the best advice on canine arthritis, common diseases, dog nutrition, diabetes in dogs, dog allergies, cancer in dogs, dog symptoms, dog health insurance and everything else that should concern us.

How to Make a Homemade Flea Shampoo for Dogs

How to Make Homemade Flea Shampoo for Dogs

Bathing your dog is an essential part of your regular in-home dog grooming routine. To get rid of fleas, you'll need a good quality dog...
Five Reasons Your Dog Has Canine Bloat

5 Reasons Your Dog Has Canine Bloat and How to Prevent It

To nobody's surprise, canine bloat is exactly what it sounds like – a bloated stomach that makes your dog incredibly uncomfortable. But unlike humans...
Grooming Intensive Dog Breeds

6 Resources on Grooming-Intensive Dog Breeds

Before adopting a dog there are many things you need to take into consideration including size, energy level and grooming needs. There are many grooming-intensive...
Evidence Based Veterinary Medicine vs Holistic Veterinary Medicine

Who’s Right? Evidence-based Veterinary Medicine (EBVM) vs Holistic Veterinary Medicine

For a dog owner seeing their best friend in distress is very upsetting, we love our dogs and they fast become one of the...
Tips for Cutting Your Dog's Nails

6 Tips for Cutting Your Dog’s Nails

Possibly the most intimidating home grooming task is cutting your dog's nails. It is actually fairly simple and safe, as long as you know...
Dog Tear Stains

The Truth About Tear Stains on Dogs

Tear stains are an eye-sore (no pun intended). There's no doubt that they aren't pleasant to look at, but did you know there are also...
Reasons Why You Need to Groom Your Dog

9 Reasons Why You Need to Groom Your Dog

We all know that dog grooming will make our pets look great, but there are many other benefits as well. Whether you do the grooming...
Types of Dog Brushes

Types of Dog Grooming Brushes and Their Uses

As if grooming your dog at home isn't confusing enough, there are so many dog grooming products available it will make your head spin!...
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Sunday’s Recap: 7 Best Dog Grooming Blogs

Everyone is looking to a save a little money when they can, and grooming your pet home is a great way to shave a...
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Let’s Talk: How to Find the Right Dog Groomer

Grooming your dog at home can save you a lot of money. It's also a great bonding experience for the two of you. However,...

Pros and Cons of the BARF Diet for Dogs

Feeding your dog bones and raw food is becoming extremely popular at the moment, but does it work? Is it beneficial to our dog’s...
Mental Health Illnesses in Dogs

Sunday’s Recap: Mental Health Illnesses in Dogs

Oftentimes when we here the term canine mental problems, we think of behavior problems. That's because the two terms are commonly used interchangeably. While...

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Dog Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday with plenty of food and family time, but if you are a dog owner, you need to be aware of...
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Día de los Muertos and Dogs + How to Make a...

The dogs we love may only share part of our lives, but the memories they leave behind can last forever. During Día de los Muertos, or Day...
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What Seasonings Can Dogs Have? 11 Safe Herbs and Spices for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When considering what seasonings dogs can have, plain and minimal is usually the safest approach. You can use basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme,...
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Visiting a Pumpkin Patch With Dogs: 12 Tips for a Fun...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When visiting a pumpkin patch, find a genuinely dog-friendly farm, consider your dog's temperament, bring the right supplies, keep them leashed, watch...
Fun Halloween Activity for Dogs: Doggy Playdates in Costume

110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

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...