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.

Anise and Catnip for Dogs - What You Need to Know

Anise and Catnip for Dogs: What You Need to Know

Even dog owners are familiar with the concept of catnip. This herb affects cats the way some drugs affect humans. It's a great tool for...
Cropping Dog Ears

Cropping Dog Ears: Why Is It Done and How It Affects Canines

Do you want to try cropping dog ears through surgery to give a new and attractive look to your pet? If you're a fan of...
Vet Checking Dog's Joint Health

5 Tips To Keep Your Dog’s Joint Health Intact and Prevent Joint Problems

Does your dog struggle to stand and walk upstairs? That's a sign that your dog's joint health is in jeopardy. Whether your dog is predisposed...
Eye Problems In Dogs

7 Serious Eye Problems in Dogs (and how to deal with them)

They say that your eyes are the window to your soul. Well, they are also the window to your state of health! There are...
homemade dog grooming kit

Homemade Dog Grooming Kit: How To Make One

Many pet owners are starting to realize that grooming their pets at home is not only significantly cheaper, but also presents a good opportunity to bond with your dog. If you're going to groom your pet at home, you'll need a homemade dog grooming kit to keep all of the necessary tools on hand and organized.
Homemade Dog Ear Cleaner

6 Recipes of Homemade Dog Ear Cleaners

For some dogs, one of the most important parts of grooming is cleaning their ears. It reduces the chance of ear infections and removes...
dog eye discharge

Eye Boogers a.k.a. Dog Eye Discharge: Causes & Treatments

Eye booger slash gunk is a combination of mucus buildup, oil, and other eye debris. It also comes in the name of dog eye...
DIY Dog Grooming Wipes

DIY Dog Grooming Wipes and Spray

Giving your dog a bath is time consuming, and it can be quite a hassle. It's especially frustrating when your dog doesn't really need a bath, but he's gotten a little bit of dirt on his paws or in his fur. DIY dog grooming wipes are a nice alternative to giving your dog a traditional bath.
How to Remove Hair from Dog Paws Easily

How to Remove Hair from Dog Paws

Learning how to remove hair from dog paws is a frequently overlooked dog grooming task. Here are a few ways you can do that at home by yourself.
Dog's personality

Dog’s Personality: Traits, Types, Breed-Specific, Owners

Just like humans, each dog's personality is unique. Every dog you meet will have a personality of its own. Although each dog may exhibit and...
snake avoidance training

Snake Avoidance Training for Dogs

Dog owners who live in areas with venomous snakes know how dangerous these animals can be to their pets. Snake avoidance training for their...
15 Reasons for Blood in Dog's Stool

15 Reasons for Blood in Dog’s Stool

If you noticed blood in a dog's stool, there could be several causes. Generally, there are two types of blood present in a dog’s...

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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...