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.

Reasons Dogs Cough and What to Do

Dog Coughing: 7 Reasons Why Dogs Cough and What to Do

Firstly, you might be wondering, can dogs cough? That quick answer is yes. Why do dogs cough? There can be many reasons for this, and you can...
6 Dog Skin Allergies Home Remedies That Are Natural and Effective

6 Home Remedies for Dog Skin Allergies

Skin allergies are fairly common in dogs. While natural and safe, you should consult with your vet before using these dog skin allergy home remedies.
9 Common Dog Health Issues with Pictures

9 Most Common Dog Health Issues

Veterinary medicine has made a lot of progress in predicting future health problems in dogs, and veterinarians (and owners) are now much more effective...
itchy dog home remedy

My 5 Favorite Itchy Dog Home Remedy

Constant scratching, biting and itching are understandable concerns for pet owners. You can nip it in the bud with an itchy dog home remedy.
Why Does My Dog Eat So Fast

Why Does My Dog Eat So Fast? (Tips To Slow It Down)

Have you noticed that your dog seems to swallow all his food and not chew? That's when you wonder, ‘Why does my dog eat...
dog hair

The Shedding Saga: Getting Dog Hair Off Furniture

We all love our dogs, but those same feelings do not extend to pets' hair — more specifically the amount of dog hair that canines shed onto our...
Best Vet Recommended Supplements for Dogs

7 Vet-Recommended Supplements for Dogs

Many nutritional supplements for dogs are now the go to tool for pet parents as a potential prevention of certain health issues in dogs. Even though...
How to Drain Anal Glands on Dogs

How to Drain Anal Glands on Dogs

The anal glands on a dog are located on either side of its anus. The glands each contain a sac (located in the middle...
Reasons for Dog Bloat

Dog Bloat: 5 Ways to Prevent It

Bloating in humans isn’t usually that big of a deal. It might makes you uncomfortable for a brief period of time, and usually you’re...
Can I give my dog cucumbers

Can Dogs Eat Cucumbers? 10 Benefits and Side Effects

Not that many foods share the popularity of cucumbers. People love them, but can dogs eat cucumbers as well, and are cucumbers for dogs...
common health problems for large breeds

Common Health Problems for Large Breed Dogs

Many affectionately call large and giant breed dogs the world's gentle giants, making loyal and loving companions. A few large and giant breeds are known...
Top 4 Good Reasons to Feed Human Food to Dogs

4 Good Reasons to Feed Human Food to Dogs

At some point during the history that man has shared with their dogs, a rumor was started and began circulating. It would forever change...

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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...