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A dog’s bark can tell you much more than when the mail carrier is in your driveway or whether your kids are home from school. It’s also a key indicator for overall health; hoarseness, wheezing, or changes in pitch can point to serious unaddressed illnesses. Though many of these do clear with treatment, some can…
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Avid runners know there’s nothing quite as exhilarating as the feel of your feet pounding the pavement first thing in the morning or after a hard day of work. That time spent on the road is even better with a willing companion in the form of a trusty canine pal. If you’re a runner and…
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You love your dog. That’s why you faithfully bring him to the vet at least once a year and ensure he’s protected against intruders like heartworm, fleas, ticks, and ear mites. It’s also why you ensure he’s fed a wholesome food that meets his nutritional needs. Canine physical health and wellness start4 with proper vet…
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Ticked off about ticks? Count yourself among millions of other dog owners in the United States. This year was one of the worst tick blooms in recorded history. Tick bites are also more dangerous than ever: they’re carrying diseases like Lone Star, Lyme, and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in record breaking numbers. Researchers kicked investigations…
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Your dog is a faithful companion; he’s by your side everyday, playing, exploring, and being generally just about the best friend you could possibly ask for. Whether you originally adopted her as a service dog, a hunting companion, or just a treasured family pet, you already experience the incredible benefits of dog ownership every single…
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Dogs are one of life’s greatest joys. They keep us entertained, make great company and cheer us up when we’re feeling down. Owners and their dogs often share incredible bonds. However, adding other people or animals into the mix can complicate things. As much as many of us would love to hang out alone with…
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As a parent, you’re likely looking forward to your kids going back to school, but that doesn’t mean your dog is looking forward to it. Our pups can struggle when their human besties suddenly begin spending hours throughout the day away from home, especially if they’ve grown used to the company during the day. That’s…
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Could your dog be at risk for Alabama Rot disease? Recent reported illnesses show that this devastating canine disease may be spreading. Alabama Rot, or more commonly known as Idiopathic Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy (CRGV), was first discovered in the 1980s, but diagnoses have waxed and waned with periodic outbreaks in specific areas of the…
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Surgery. Injuries. Illness. Age. All four of these events can hold your dog back, and sometimes, they aren’t always easy to overcome. Dogs naturally want to remain active, and the lack of activity can make them bored, destructive, restless, or self-injurious (e.g. ripping out stitches or chewing at a wound). Sick children and dogs have…
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Ah, the dog days of summer. A time when humans and dogs alike can rest, relax, and enjoy the sunshine or just wander the great outdoors. Such a succinct way to explain the sheer pleasure of lazing around or adventuring with your pup each summer season. Okay… that’s not exactly where the term “the dog…
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