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Variety is the spice of life so we say. And for humans that may be true. We tend to be discontented creatures, getting bored easily and always looking for the next new thing. I mean, look at how people line up to get the new iPhone as soon as it comes out, even though their current phone is perfectl ...

Dogs get stressed or fearful about things just like we do. Unfortunately, they don’t show it in ways that we always recognize. Knowing when your dog is bothered can help strengthen your bond, avoid training frustration (is he not listening because he is too anxious about something?), and perhaps m ...

Teaching a dog to come is very important. It can save you time and frustration when you need your dog to come inside so you can leave for work and they just don’t want to. It can also save their life, like if they are running toward the street, for example. But “come” is a very boring cue f ...

Why Does My Dog Eat Poop? Poop eating. It’s not something that is pleasant for us, that’s for sure. Especially if your dog then wants to lick you in the face. YUCK! But why do dogs do it in the first place? There must be a reason, right? And if you know the reasons, curbing your dog’s desir ...

Getting your dog (and any other family pets) to sit still and look nice for a holiday photo can be a challenge. And they never end up looking like those photos in the pet calendar. Sure, you can hire a professional, but there is no reason why you can’t recreate those stunning photos yourself with ...

"You are what you eat” is an old adage and it really is true. What we put in our bodies – and our dogs’ bodies – has a direct effect on the health of the entire system. It makes sense if you think about it, after all food is what fuels our functions. However, not all bodies are the same and ...

There is a lot of talk about using more natural remedies for ourselves and our pets. But you may be wondering what natural supplements are safe for dogs and what ailments do they help address? This guide is just a start – there are dozens of supplements for all kinds of ailments – but this list ...

If you have ever gone to a dog obedience competition, you probably noticed that many handlers use hand signals instead of verbal. In fact hand signals seem to be the preferred signal by these competitors. Of course in agility, both hand and verbal are used. And in herding, verbal (voice or whistle) ...

Do you have dogs instead of kids? Do you consider yourself a pet parent? While these terms are cute and really do not do any harm – the mentality behind them may be the reason why you and your dog don’t have the relationship you want. A growing trend in society is to equate dogs to humans, sp ...

How often you should vaccinate your dog has become a great debate among many. Those that tend to be in the holistic or natural camp argue against over vaccinating, which some believe causes problems such as cancer (there has been some scientific evidence of this, especially in cats, but nothing conc ...

Foxtail barley is a type of grass that looks beautiful – it has long feathery heads on the top of tall stalks. But those seed heads (awns) have tiny, very sticky barbs that pose a real threat to your dog. If you grab one and run your hand along it, you will see why. The seed head is built to go on ...

As your dog ages, he may develop aches and pains just like we do. Arthritis affects 20 percent of all dogs! Often, your vet will suggest putting him on pain medications, usually NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), to help your dog live a more normal, pain-free life. But if your dog starts ...

If you are a new dog owner, you may be surprised to find an entire aisle of dog leashes at the pet store. You were probably expecting to go in, find a lead in a color you like and leave. But now you are faced with more decisions that you were prepared for and the biggest question of all – which on ...

By now you have probably seen the word Taurine on your dog’s food ingredient label. And you have probably wondered what exactly it is and does my dog need it? Nowadays, it makes sense to be wary about what companies are putting in your dog’s food – we know some manufacturers put in things that ...

Just like us, dogs get running noses for a variety of reasons. Knowing what the possible causes may be and what else to look for can help you decide whether or not your dog needs immediate veterinary treatment or not. A “running” nose means there is some type of discharge coming from your dog ...

Skin tags are growths that are usually found on dogs as they age. They can appear quite suddenly, seemingly overnight, which understandably can cause concern for pet owners. Of course, the main concern is skin cancer, which is something that immediately springs to mind when people see a growth on th ...

Having pests – including fleas, worms and ticks – attacking your dog and possibly your family is awful. But, finding a way to prevent them can be challenging. While there are lots of products on the market, it does seem like none of them work 100% of the time. Topical Flea Treatments< ...