9 Neurological Problems in Dogs - How to Prevent and Fix Them

9 Neurological Problems in Dogs with Pictures: Signs, Causes, Treatments

Dogs can suffer from many health problems, including neurological issues which are often worrying for pet owners to deal with. Knowing how to spot the...
What Does a Tick Look Like on a Dog

What Does a Tick Look Like on a Dog?

Ticks are a common problem for dogs and their owners, especially when your pet spends a lot of time outside, running in tall grass. While there...
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11 Most Deadly Dog Diseases

When you adopt a dog, you expect to deal with some health issues eventually. While most common conditions dogs suffer from are mild and...
7 Causes and Signs of Dog Spine Problems (and How to Prevent or Fix Them)

7 Common Dog Spine Problems: Causes and Treatments

Dog spine problems are more common than most owners realize. Typically, they take time to develop before the symptoms become apparent and the dog's behavior...
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Hemangioma in Dogs: What Is It and What to Do About It?

As a dog owner, you have surely seen a strange lump, blister, or skin change on your pooch at some point. Since we care...
Pale Gums in Dogs - What It Means and What to Do

Pale Gums in Dogs: What It Means and What to Do

The same way that you can learn something about a person’s health by the color of their face, you can learn a lot about...
My Dog Has Red Eyes - Here's Why and What to Do

Red Eyes in Your Dog: Here’s Why and What to Do

Most days, you look into your dog’s soulful eyes and wonder what your friend is thinking. There is no question that much of your...
How Long Can a Diabetic Dog Go Without Insulin

How Long Can a Diabetic Dog Go Without Insulin?

Diabetes in dogs is one of those chronic diseases that can be managed with certain precautions and drugs, particularly insulin. Insulin goes a long way...
5 Waterborne Illnesses Your Dog Can Contract From the Local Park

5 Waterborne Illnesses Your Dog Can Contract From the Local Park

As a “Labrador person,” I am fully aware of the irresistible draw between some dogs and water. I am also all too familiar with...
10 Causes of Folliculitis in Dogs and How to Treat Them

Folliculitis in Dogs: 10 Causes and How to Treat Them

Bacterial Folliculitis, or simply Folliculitis in dogs, is a hair follicle inflammation caused by either bacterial infection, parasitic infestations, hormonal disorders, fungi infections, systematic...
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Do Dogs with Cancer Drink More Water?

“I think my dog has cancer. Now what?” We understand you want to make sure you are doing what is best for your pooch. But...
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Dry Dog Poop: 7 Causes For Dry or Crumbly Stool

Maybe it's been a weird day or couple of days for your dog's morning and evening duties. Their poop seems off. In fact, the dog poop is...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...