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 Get Sap Out Of Dog Fur

How to Get Sap Out Of Dog Fur

Dogs have a tendency to get into sticky situations, and sometimes that involves messing with sap or getting into sap outdoors. As the sap is...
Skin Tags on Dogs- How to Prevent and Remove Them

Skin Tags on Dogs: How to Prevent and Remove Them

Skin tags are small, benign growths that can appear on any dog of any breed, gender, and age. Some breeds are more susceptible to skin...
9 Common Dog Skin Problems with Pictures (Prevention and Treatment)

9 Common Dog Skin Problems (How to Prevent and Treat Them)

A variety of different dog skin problems are the most common health issues pet owners have to deal with. There are numerous dog skin problems you're...
Hemangiosarcoma In Dogs

Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs: Everything You Must Know

Not something many pet owners know about, but if you've just heard about hemangiosarcoma in dogs, your dog may have been diagnosed with a...
Top 8 Causes of Bloody Diarrhea in Dogs and Available Treatments

8 Common Causes of Bloody Diarrhea in Dogs

KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Diarrhea is common in dogs, but when you see blood in it, it's best to immediately consult a veterinarian. - There are different...
Dog Pregnancy Guide - Advice for Dog Owners of Pregnant Dogs

Dog Pregnancy 101: The Guide on Pregnant Dogs

Many first-time dog owners are wondering about dog pregnancy. If you think your dog is pregnant, hopefully, it was a planned event. If it was, then...
3 Ways to Prevent and Treat Staph Infection in Dogs

3 Ways to Prevent and Treat Staph Infection in Dogs

A staph infection is a type of infection caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus. Staph infection in dogs is as common as it is in...
How To Give A Dog A Bath

How To Give A Dog A Bath

Every pet owner needs to know how to bathe their dog. Even if you send your dog to a professional pet groomer, you may still need to give him an emergency bath once in a while. Learning how to give a dog a bath is must-know information for any owner. How hard can it be, right? Well, you might be surprised to find out that there is more to bathing a dog than most people realize. It's not just about wetting your dog down, rubbing in a little shampoo and then rinsing him off.
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...
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Does Pet Insurance Cover Dental Care?

How often have you stopped your pet from putting something in its mouth? Our guess is “countless”! Pets tend to explore everything orally—from a new...
5 Embarrassing Dog Health Concerns

5 Embarrassing Dog Health Concerns

As a dog parent, you are going to experience more than a few situations that leave you blushing. Some of these are over no sooner...
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Foamy Dog Poop: Should You Be Worried?

Did you know that you can tell the status of your dog's health through their poop? If you've noticed that your dog is defecating foamy...

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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...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

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...