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Combating Your Dog’s Allergies
So, your dog has allergies. You’ve probably been wondering how you can help relieve his symptoms. It can be downright frustrating to watch your dog suffer in any way. From scratching his ears to chewing on his feet to the flaky or inflamed skin, you’re seeing...
Giardia from drinking pond/creek water
Have you ever had traveler’s diarrhea? Not much fun, is it? Unfortunately, dogs and humans alike can become infected by a parasite called Giardia. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, your dog or cat might get infected in four ways: being in...
Dog Bowl: Importance of Cleaning
Did you know that your dog’s bowl is one of the “germiest” items in your home? It’s true! According to a 2011 study, your dog’s bowl comes in at number 4, and is only preceded in “germiness” by the toothbrush holder, the kitchen sink and the kitchen sponge as the...
Is Stress Affecting My Dog?
Dogs, just like their humans, can become stressed for a variety of reasons. However, signs of anxiety or worry in dogs can often go overlooked, or even worse, undetected for a long period of time. The first step in helping your dog battle stress is being able to...
Senior Dog Safety at Home
As your dog attains senior status, you may begin to notice some changes in him. Many senior dogs exhibit signs of decreased mobility, they may become less agile, and hearing and vision loss may occur. Some of these changes may make your home a danger zone without some...
What Does Daylight Savings Mean for Dogs?
It’s time to “spring ahead” folks! Can you believe it? It seems like just yesterday we were “falling behind”. For us humans, daylight savings means that we will need to adjust our clocks. Other than losing an hour of sleep this weekend, most of us will be able to...
Tips to Keep Your Senior Dog Healthy
Like humans, pets age, too! It is important for you to help your senior dog grow old gracefully and that means keeping his health and well-being front and center. Here are a few tips to keep your senior dog healthy and young as well. Tips to Keep Your Senior Dog...
Kennel Cough – What You Should Know
Canine respiratory infections are extremely taxing on dogs, especially the highly-contagious strain known as kennel cough. The coughing is highly projective, as obviously dogs cannot cover their mouths, so the infection spreads quickly, especially in close quarters. A...
Havanese: intelligent, trainable, energetic
The adorable long-haired breed known as the Havanese Dog Breed has won over many hearts with his many lovable features. This includes his beautiful silky hair and attentive large brown eyes. The Havanese Dog, as the name indicates, was bred as a companion dog for...
