Tag: Dog Health

These activities aren’t things that we would necessarily think of as “dangerous”, but they pose serious health risks for our dogs. If you read through this article and think that these things are perfectly fine for dogs, I promise you they are not! Just do a quick Google search, and you'll find a lot of scary photos and stories from pet owners who wish they had known this information.

There is nothing wrong with letting your dog enjoy the outdoors and even sleep when you know they can handle it. And it's better if the...

There are plenty of online resources for dog care and health advice, but many of these dog sites are biased by their desire to...

I always feel so bad for my dogs when they are stung or bitten by hurtful bugs. I live in Maine, and we have large flies, mosquitos, wasps, hornets and many other bugs that will sting/bite our pets from time to time. Learning what to do if your dog is stung by a bee is first aid knowledge that every pet owner should have.

Dogs have been known to chew on the leaves and blossoms of indoor plants. This is why it's so important to be careful of the plants that you bring into your home. Do some quick research before bringing in new plants, and make sure to check on the plants that you already have. If your dog ever wanders your yard unattended, you'll also need to research the plants that you have in your outside.

The summertime superfruit and raspberries offer plenty of nutrition and benefits to humans.  But can dogs eat raspberries too, and are raspberries for dogs safe to...

The brain, spine, nerves, and muscles all work together for our bodies and dogs' bodies to move.  Nerves transmit signals from the brain to the body...

Have you ever wondered if human meds for dogs are safe? In most cases, you should be only giving your dog medications that are specifically...

Many owners associate dog allergies with the spring and fall seasons. However, winter allergies in dogs are just as common and may result in itchy...

When your dog is diagnosed with a disease that requires diet change, a vet may recommend a prescription dog food brand. These foods are costly. Sometimes,...

To some, this CBRN Animal Ark may seem like a silly product. However, for pet owners living in a situation where chemical, biological and/or nuclear threats are a regular occurrence, this product could save their pet's life.

While diarrhea is more common in dogs, constipation isn't that rare either. Constipation in dogs is often caused by diet or dehydration, but some...