by Robert Benson
Do dogs provide health benefits? Believe it or not they do! Did you know that owning a dog and pet ownership in general, can help a person in many ways? Owning a pet can improve your mental wellness, reduce your visits to the doctor, improve your cardiovascular health and allow for faster […]
by Tracey Wilson
Rabies- Attacks the nervous system and causes encephalitis. The virus is transmitted in saliva from the bite of an infected animal. It usually takes two-eight weeks before the signs appear. However, it only takes about ten days before it’s passable through saliva.
The most common ways for an animal or human to be […]
by Kelly Marshall
Spaying or neutering your dog is an important consideration for any responsible dog owner. Not only does spaying or neutering your dog prevent unwanted pregnancy but it also can prevent conditions such as cancer and other reproductive diseases and conditions. Spayed females and neutered males are less likely to run away when other […]
Author: Martin Olliver
There are many forms of dog aggression. The distinguished police dog trainer Ed Frawley of Leerburg Kennels names 16 forms in his training guides, accounting for everything from the dog’s gender, to their possessiveness, territoriality, dominance, or fear. The residential dog owner doesn’t necessarily need to be so academic, but they should always […]
By Connie Limon
Toy puppies will not be able to chew their way through a whole lot of surfaces, but they can chew at irreplaceable furniture and moldings enough to do quite a bit of damage. Be sure to puppy-proof your home before the curious, mischievous and “teething” toy puppy arrives.
Electrical cords and wires are […]
By Randy Jones
Your dogs eyesight isn’t as good as yours. Almost all breeds are myopic, or nearsighted, and tend to become increasingly short-sighted as they age. The eyesight of the average dog has been compared to that of a short sighted person who has lost his glasses. The range of vision of […]
By Brent Jones
The most common oral condition suffered by dogs is periodontal disease. This disease affects the tissues that surround and support the teeth. Plaque is the usual cause of periodontal disease. It gradually covers the teeth, quickly hardening into tartar.
The bacteria in plaque irritate the gums, causing them to swell. This swelling is called […]
By Aaheroe M
Because of the anatomy of the ear in some breeds of dogs. It’s longer and deeper than in humans, for example. And in some breeds, covered by an ear flap that makes the inside of the ear canal warm and moist. Like an incubator.
Another reason: dogs have a lot of […]
By Carolyn Schweitzer
“Magoo was a big, playful Labrador retriever who often got himself into sticky situations…”
So begins a story in the latest report from the ASPCA on foods that may be toxic to dogs. It turns out that Magoo got into the pantry and snagged himself about a pound of raisins. He ate the whole […]
By James McDonald
Just like people living longer lives, there are many older dogs living longer lives than their ancestors. Some of the reasons for this are better foods, numerous vaccines against all types of viruses or germs, and much more advanced dog health care. There are also many treatments available for a wide assortment of […]
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