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.

Grooming Different Types of Dog Coats

Grooming Different Types of Dog Coats

When it comes to grooming different types of dog coats, you have to be mindful of the breeds, skin types, and dog grooming products...
Top 20 Best Dog Grooming Books

20 Best Dog Grooming Books for Beginners and Advanced Groomers

Grooming is an important part of your dog’s health care routine. If you’re like most people, however, then you know next to nothing about how...
Dog Bathing Tips - How to Give a Dog a Bath

Dog Bathing Tips: How to Give a Dog a Bath

Dog grooming is part of the deal after you decide to have a dog as your new family member. Clipping nails, brushing hair, and bathing...
How I Keep My Dog's Skin and Coat Healthy

How I Keep My Dog’s Skin and Coat Healthy

I love grooming my dog! But for this love affair to continue, I always try to ensure that her skin and coat are healthy,...
Flat-faced dog breeds

Best Care for Flat-Faced Dog Breeds – Care Tips for Brachycephalic Pups

They are playful, sweet, bright, and usually patient. But are you willing to accept the health risks hardwired to the genes of flat-faced dog...
Eye Infections in Dogs - Diagnosing and Treating Dog Eyes

Diagnosing and Treating An Eye Infection in Dogs

Dogs with large or bulging eyes, like pugs, bulldogs, and cocker spaniels, are especially prone to eye infections, but they can and do happen...
Hearing Loss In My Dog And What To Do: An Informative Guide

Hearing Loss In My Dog And What To Do: An Informative Guide

It's no surprise that the hearing capability of older dogs deteriorates as they age. But did you know that younger ones also experience hearing loss? Hearing...
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Your Dog Ate Plastic? Here’s 6 Steps You Must Do Immediately

KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Dogs can eat plastic because of several reasons, either medical or behavioral. - Dogs cannot digest plastic; either they vomit/poop it or they...
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...
Homemade dog dental spray

How to Make a Homemade Dog Dental Spray – A DIY Guide

Does your pup give off a stinky breath? Why not try to give him a dog dental spray to get rid off of that...
What To Do If Your Dog Swallows Something

What To Do If Your Dog Swallows Something He Shouldn’t

While chewing and licking teaches your dog about his surroundings and helps to satisfy his natural instinct to chew, it's also very dangerous. Every owner should know what to do if your dog swallows something he shouldn't, because there is a very good chance it will happen to your pet.
Do You Need Pet Insurance?

Do You Need Pet Insurance? Your Guide to Insuring Your Pets

Pet health insurance has become a billion dollar industry over the past few years. More and more insurance companies are offering pet coverage, and many new insurance companies have popped up that specialize in pet insurance. So the question is, do you need pet insurance?

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Sasha the dog running on the beach

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...
Sasha in the car

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.
how to get rid of a dog

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...