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Depression in Dogs - Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Depression in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Apr 18, 2019

Depression is often a misunderstood illness. It is no surprise then that many people think that this problem is reserved for humans and that...

5 Ways Your Smartphone Addiction Is Negatively Affecting Your Dog

5 Ways Your Smartphone Addiction Is Negatively Affecting Your Dog

Shelly Graves - Nov 3, 2018

Experts have not been lacking in warning us of the negative health implications of our smartphone addiction. But most of us will not be...

Dog Isn't Playful Anymore - What Could Be the Problem

Dog Isn’t Playful Anymore: What Could Be the Problem?

Latasha Doyle - Jun 8, 2018

Even though some dogs are more playful (and friendlier) than others due to breed factors, it is in most dogs’ nature to enjoy playing...

10 Ways to Relieve Boredom in Dogs

10 Ways to Relieve Boredom in Dogs

Latasha Doyle - May 17, 2018

Recent studies found that boredom in canines is very real, and it's more dangerous than one might assume. Research demonstrated the negative effects of...

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Hepatitis in Dogs - Science Based Guide

Hepatitis in Dogs: A Science-based Guide

Diane Fisher, PhD - Dec 11, 2019

Hepatitis in dogs is a medical condition that is mainly characterized and identified by continuous inflammation of a dog’s liver. The infection is related...

Most Eco-friendly, Organic Dog Supplies and Products

Most Eco-friendly and Organic Dog Supplies

Diana Beth Miller - Dec 11, 2019

The trend towards sustainability and the care of environment in manufacturing is finally extending to dog supplies. Today, there is a wide range of pet...

Excessive Thirst in Dogs Guide

8 Causes of Excessive Thirst in Dogs (Polydipsia)

Julianna Mullen, MSc - Dec 10, 2019

Have you noticed your dog drinking more water than normal? This may be just temporary, or a sign of illness. Excessive thirst in dogs...

How to Keep Dog Away from Christmas Tree

How to Keep Dogs Away from Christmas Trees

Dom Naish - Dec 10, 2019

Dogs are naturally drawn to the allure of Christmas trees, and that can get dangerous. There are a few things you can do: using...

Thorax Problems in Dogs

Thorax Problems in Dogs: Causes, Signs, Diagnosis

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Dec 9, 2019

A dog’s thorax is the region between the neck and the abdomen. This includes the rib cavity, breastbone and the organs responsible for circulation...

Most Quiet Dog Breeds Perfect for Apartments or Condos

30 Most Quiet Dog Breeds for Apartments

Shelly Graves - Dec 9, 2019

Some future dog owners are forced to be more picky about the exact breed they can adopt and share a home with. If you...

Bladder Stones in Dogs

Bladder Stones in Dogs: Home Remedies and Veterinary Treatments

Dana Brown, DVM - Dec 8, 2019

Bladder stones (urolithiasis) are clumps of mineral crystals that form in the urine. They can occur for a number of reasons, including genetics, diet,...

Top Most Dog Friendly Airlines

8 Most Dog Friendly Airlines

Dom Naish - Dec 8, 2019

If you plan to fly with your dog, you'll need to decide: do you want your pet in the cargo area, or in a...

Why Is Your Dog Coughing and Gagging

Dog Coughing and Gagging? Here’s Why and What to Do

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Dec 7, 2019

A dog coughing and gagging is one of those signs you will notice fast. This may pass quickly on its own, but it could...

Dog Tail Docking - 5 Dangers of This Procedure (Based on Science)

Dog Tail Docking: 5 Dangers of This Procedure (Based on Science)

Diane Fisher, PhD - Dec 6, 2019

Dog tail docking, or canine caudectomy, originated more than 2000 years ago (1). Its first intention was to protect hunting dogs because their tail...

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