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.

Best Cheap Ways to Prevent Most Common Health Issues in Dogs

15 Cheap Ways to Prevent Common Health Issues in Dogs

Maintaining healthy habits is the best way to keep your dog from becoming ill. Using the below tips and doing your best to prevent...
How to Give a Puppy a Shot

How to Give a Puppy a Shot

Giving your dog vaccinations at home is more affordable than taking him to the vet, but you'll need to learn how to give a puppy a shot the proper way.
8 Signs Your Dog Is Experiencing Joint Pain

8 Signs Your Dog Is Experiencing Joint Pain

Early recognition, and limiting pain and distress are two key goals of proper dog care. Unfortunately, signs of joint pain in dogs are sometimes...
30 Ways to Entertain a Bored Dog

30 Ways to Entertain a Bored Dog

A bored dog is a “naughty dog” if for no other reason than they will find a way to entertain themselves if you fail...
Depression in Dogs - Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Depression in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Depression is often a misunderstood illness. It is no surprise then that many people think that this problem is reserved for humans and that...
4 Reasons Why Your Dog’s Stomach is Hard and What to Do

7 Reasons Why Your Dog’s Stomach is Hard

When your dog’s stomach is hard, hopefully, they just ate too much or drank water too fast. But you don't want to wait to find...
13 Great Books for Homemade Dog Food Beginners

13 Great Books for Homemade Dog Food Beginners

If you’re like me, you like having a book to hold in the kitchen. Videos and websites are great, but when I am working...
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When It’s OK Not To Clean A Dog’s Ears

Dogs and their ears are the irresistible duos. Their expressions, along with the movement of their ears, and their reactions are the complete package....
7 Ways of Deshedding a Dog

7 Ways of Deshedding a Dog

It may be a little embarrassing when guests leave your home all covered in dog hair. And you'll find most of it all over...
Can Dogs Eat Bologna Meat

Can Dogs Eat Bologna Meat? Benefits and 7 Potential Side Effects

Many people make bologna meat a staple in their sandwiches every day, but can dogs eat bologna meat as well, and is bologna meat...
Can Our Dogs Eat Pumpkin Seeds

Can Dogs Eat Pumpkin Seeds?

Yesterday, we talked about feeding pumpkins to dogs and their health benefits. We know that it's a superfood, a fruit that packs a mighty...
10 Most Reputable Sites to Refer to for Dog Care and Health Advice

10 Most Reputable and Trustworthy Dog Sites

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

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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...