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December 24, 2019 posted by Editor
Puppies need lots of sleep and have short attention spans. Avoid overwhelming them, and be sure to break up training time with plenty of snuggles, treats, and naps.
When you bring a puppy home, you start with a blank slate. That means you have the awesome responsibility to form your cute ball of fluff into a well-mannered dog. Use DogsBestLife.com’s Puppy 101 guide to help get your puppy started on the right paw.
The first thing you need to know or remember is puppies — and dogs — are a lot of work. Continue reading “Puppy 101: 7 tips to start your new dog on the right paw”
Posted in Adoption, Dog health, Dog training, Home page, Puppies, Top Stories | Tagged bonding, Crate training, obedience, Potty training, Socialization |
January 19, 2020 posted by Editor
House hunting as a dog parent poses challenges. Many rentals won’t take pets or charge high fees. Do your research and take your time to find the right home.
House hunting as a dog parent can be a unique experience. This is because you have to focus on details that you may not be used to considering. So, if you haven’t undertaken such a task before, you may be a bit puzzled about where to begin.
After all, not only do you need to find the right home for yourself, you must also select a space where your pup can be comfortable. The good news is that this process doesn’t have to be as difficult as you imagine it to be. Thus, if you want your house hunting to go as smoothly as possible, these are the tips you should keep in mind: Continue reading “5 tips for successful house hunting as a dog parent”
Posted in Dog fun, Home page | Tagged dog-friendly home, Moving |
January 16, 2020 posted by Editor
CBD oil provides health benefits for dogs, including easing pain and anxiety.
Of the 113 cannabinoids that are present in cannabis, CBD is unique for its therapeutic benefits. Now veterinarians are studying how those properties can help our canine friends. Consequently, CBD oils provide health benefits for dogs by enhancing digestive health, reducing intestinal parasites, easing anxiety and pain, and treating seizures.
Legalizing cannabis has prompted research into its health benefits and reduced the stigma around using it. But nature has not just created this magical plant to benefit only humans. Its efficiency in treating and helping pets could soon become another big business. Continue reading “5 ways CBD oil provides health benefits for dogs”
Posted in Dog health, Home page | Tagged cannabis for dogs, CBD oil |
January 15, 2020 posted by Editor
CBD oil for dogs provides health benefits. It helps reduce stress, boosts their immune system, and helps dogs sleep more soundly.
Like humans, dogs also suffer from day to day stress and anxiety. They also tend to get aggressive with any perceived threat, such as being separated from their pet owners. One way to keep your furry friends healthy, happy, and at ease is by giving them CBD oil for dogs.
You probably have an idea of what cannabidiol (CBD), which is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid usually found in hemp plants, can do with human health. This active cannabinoid is also helpful for dogs in the long run. How?
To find out more how CBD affects dogs, continue reading. Continue reading “How Can CBD For Dogs Help Your Pet Long Term?”
Posted in Dog health, Home page | Tagged CBD oil |
January 14, 2020 posted by Editor
A Golden Retriever Border Collie mix is typically a happy, friendly, smart dog that is easy to train and exhibits the best traits of its parent breeds.
What could be better than blending two popular dog breeds? In this case, a Golden Retriever Border Collie mix becomes a Golden Border Retriever or Coltriever.
On the one hand, you have the golden retriever, which is a smart, intelligent, playful dog, and then on the other, you have the border collie, which is also smart and hard-working.
Today, I want to share everything there is to know about the mix. We’re going to explore the dog’s size, health, training and much more.
If you’re curious to find some more information about a Golden Retriever Border Collie mix, then keep reading to find out everything you need to know. Continue reading “Is a Golden Retriever Border Collie mix the right dog for you?”
Posted in Adoption, Dog breeds, Home page, Puppies | Tagged border collie, Golden retriever, Petfinder.com |
January 14, 2020 posted by Editor
By Karen A. Soukiasian
Puppies need lots of sleep.
Watching your dog sleep can be comforting and sometimes comical, but the dog sleep position your pup uses also tells you a lot about him.
Several of your dog’s sleep behaviors are similar to humans, while others are inherent and all dog.
Did you know the dog sleeping position your pup chooses can influence how well your dog sleeps? And that understanding dog sleeping positions can give you insight into your dog’s personality.
The average dog sleeps 12-13 hours per day. It may not seem that way, but puppies snooze even more!
Companion dogs kept indoors, sleep longer, and deeper than working dogs or dogs kept outdoors. Because their situation is more precarious, outdoor dogs rarely relax enough to reach a healthy, deep, restful sleep. Instead, they rely on catching an extra nap here or there. To help an outdoor dog get good rest, consider providing him with a high-quality outdoor dog bed.
Most dogs are skillful at catching a few winks whenever they can. Although they seem to be able to fall asleep quickly, that form of napping is similar to Stage 1 sleep, where they are barely sleeping.
Continue reading “What does your dog’s sleep position mean?”
Posted in Dog facts, Dog fun, Dog health, Dog training, Home page, Top Stories | Tagged Dog sleep |
January 14, 2020 posted by Editor
Evaluate your dog’s quality of life using a know when to put your dog down checklist.
It hurts to realize that your days with your best pal are almost over. You want to make the right decision for your dog, but knowing when to say good-bye can be difficult. That’s why it’s beneficial to use a “know when to put your dog down checklist.”
Losing a beloved dog is never easy. Sometimes you show your love by letting go. But holding on to your dog when he’s sick and in pain, can be less humane.
To help you know when it’s time to say good-bye, we have prepared a detailed when to put your dog down checklist to help anyone handle this painful situation.
How do you know for sure? Use these 13 questions to help determine the quality of your dog’s life and determine whether it’s time for you to euthanize your dog. Continue reading “When to put your dog down checklist: 13 questions to ask yourself”
Posted in Dog health, Home page | Tagged Dog grief |
January 14, 2020 posted by Editor
Five essential nutrients are critical to ensuring your puppy grows and thrives. Poor nutrition can lead to stunted growth, terminal injuries, and fatal illnesses.
A great diet is essential to the development of your new furry addition to the household. And just as it is with human babies, pups need special care and feeding to ensure their bodies develop properly. Poor nutrition can lead to stunted growth, terminal injuries and sadly fatal illnesses.
Puppies are a lot of fun to have around the home. But you need to assume the role of mother and provide your puppy with essential nutrients after they move into their new home with you and away from their birth mother. And, in most cases, an optimized diet is even more important if you are raising a pedigree dog.
Here are five essential nutrients your pup needs to get every day… Continue reading “5 Vital Nutrients Your Puppy Needs to Grow”
Posted in Dog health, Home page, Puppies | Tagged Dog food |
January 9, 2020 posted by Editor
Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with canine autism are reactive and often lack socialization skills.
Most veterinarians choose not to diagnose dogs with canine autism, even though dogs exhibit the same signs and symptoms as humans on the autism spectrum.
Instead, veterinarians prefer to refer to the condition as dysfunctional canine behavior.
This behavior is rare in puppies and dogs. It is believed to be idiopathic, meaning the cause is unknown.
Some vets theorize the condition is congenital and inherited from a parent or relative.
Veterinarians believe a lack of mirroring neurons in the dog’s brain causes dog autism. Mirroring neurons mirror the behavior of others, thereby teaching an animal how to behave, and relate to other dogs.
A dog that lacks properly working neurons rarely interacts with other people or dogs, which in turn causes a lack of empathy.
Lately, some dog owners have been reluctant to get their dogs vaccinated over concerns the shots could cause autism.
Dog owners don’t need to worry. Canine autism isn’t caused by vaccines, just as vaccines don’t cause autism in humans.
Posted in Dog health, Dog training, Home page, Top Stories | Tagged Canine autism, dog autism |
January 9, 2020 posted by Editor
If you have been looking forward to welcoming a pet in your house, then you must have come across the Labsky.
If not, you might want to consider this crossbreed between two majorly famous dog breeds — the Siberian Husky and Labrador retriever. Rather than choose between them, the crossbreed combines the best of the breeds.
Quick facts
Real name: Husky Lab Mix also known as a Huskador or a Siberian retriever
Origin: United States of America (also bred independently by breeders in other places)
Breed type: Hybrid
Weight: 40 to 60 pounds when full grown
Height: 20 to 28 inches
Color: White, Black, Cream, Brown or Gray
Coat: Medium and silky Continue reading “Is a Labsky the right dog for you?”
Posted in Dog breeds, Home page | Tagged Big dogs, Labrador retriever, labsky, Petfinder.com, Siberian Husky |
January 7, 2020 posted by Editor
By Karen A. Soukiasian
It’s summer and everyone is outside enjoying picnics, hiking, camping, fishing and other outdoor activities.
It’s also the time of year ticks are most prevalent…and hungry!
The tick is a small arachnid.
They are in the same family as spiders, scorpions and mites. They are disease-carrying, bloodsucking, ectoparasites (external parasites).
They live by burying their heads beneath the skin, and sucking the blood of their host, most commonly mammals and birds.
They can also be found on snakes, including pet boas! Continue reading “Protect your dog from ticks”
Posted in Dog health, Home page | Tagged Ticks |
January 3, 2020 posted by Editor
Whether it’s making a new friend, eating healthier, or getting more exercise, use these seven New Year’s goals with your dog for a more robust year in 2020!
What would the New Year be without resolutions? Goal-setting with a clean slate is a great way to dive headfirst into the New Year. However, while most of us have the best intentions, it is often hard to stick with resolutions – no matter how helpful they may be. A buddy is a great way to be held accountable. With this in mind, why not involve your pup as your buddy and create New Year’s goals that allow both of you to reap the benefits?
Whether it’s making a new friend, eating healthier, or getting more exercise, we’re sharing seven ideas that you and your pooch can do together to inspire a happier and healthier year in 2020! Continue reading “Seven New Year’s resolutions for you and your pup to help you both have the best year yet”
Posted in Dog health, Holidays | Tagged Dog health benefits |
January 1, 2020 posted by Editor
Despite their pasts, traumatized dogs can become therapy dogs and provide therapeutic benefits to the people around them.
When you adopt a rescue dog, it’s said that you’re rescuing the dog, but you may start to wonder who rescued whom. Dogs have many positive effects on humans, and a rescue dog, especially a traumatized dog, can change your life just as much as you’ve changed his.
For rescue dogs who were traumatized, neglected, or abused, being adopted gives them a chance at a second life. Some of these dogs don’t just go on to be pets, but rather become therapy dogs, helping humans in turn. Despite their own traumatic pasts, traumatized dogs who become therapy dogs are changing our lives for the better. Continue reading “Can traumatized dogs work as therapy dogs?”
Posted in Adoption, Dog training, Home page | Tagged therapy dogs |
December 25, 2019 posted by Editor
A dog house provides a sense of security, a run or dog fence helps your dog exercise, and a wash station allows you to keep them clean.
There are two kinds of dogs: those that spend most of their time indoors and those that spend most of their time outdoors. If you have the latter, in particular, you’re going to want to spend some time investing in their open-air comfort and security.
After all, an indoor dog is as safe as you are. They spend most of their time behind closed doors in a warm, controlled space. This isn’t the case for dogs that spend the majority of their lives in the great outdoors. Temperature fluctuations, wild and stray animals, and a natural penchant for curiosity in large uncontained spaces can pose numerous problems.
If you’re planning on keeping (or already keep) a dog outdoors, here are some tips and suggestions to help ensure that your four-legged friend remains as safe and cozy as possible. Continue reading “Pamper Your Pooch by Building A Backyard Dog House”
Posted in Dog health, Home page | Tagged Dog safety |
December 25, 2019 posted by Editor
Are poodles good with kids? Yes, their natural easy-going temperament makes them ideal companion animals.
Poodles are the kind of dogs you often see competing in dog shows. These dogs look formal and classy. They join competitions because of their superb intelligence and ability to be mobile and skillful. And they win conformation awards for their beauty. So it may surprise you to know the dogs are even-tempered and that poodles make excellent family pets.
If you’re thinking about adding a poodle to your family and there’s only one question you need to answer: Are poodles good with kids? And the simplest answer to this question is a definite yes! Continue reading “Are Poodles Good with Kids?”
Posted in Dog breeds, Home page | Tagged Children |
December 24, 2019 posted by Editor
Leash train an older dog using patience and plenty of treats.
How would you feel walking in a crowded vet clinic, and all of a sudden, your legs get tied up by nothing but your dog leash? You will undoubtedly be embarrassed, but it is your fault anyway. Why? You failed to teach your dog the primary leash skills.
Whether your canine friend is just a little puppy, older, tiny, or big, leash training is essential. Even your older dog needs it. Plus, it would enable you to walk comfortably with your well-behaved dog by your side.
So, start following these practical tips to leash train an older dog! Continue reading “10 Tips To Leash Train An Older Dog”
Posted in Dog training, Home page | Tagged Dog training tips, Dog walks |
December 23, 2019 posted by Editor
The Bolognese is a small, clever dog that enjoys spending time with his humans. These dogs don’t like to be left alone and are prone to separation anxiety.
Tiny, playful, and adorable, this ancient white dog breed was exchanged between Roman royals in the 12th century and would have seen the face of extinction, had it not been for the love of Gian Franco Giannelli, an Italian, shared with this species.
Hailing from Italy, Bolognese is a great pet to have, but is it suitable for you, and what sort of care does it require? Continue reading “Is a Bolognese the right dog for you?”
Posted in Dog breeds, Home page | Tagged Small dogs |
December 17, 2019 posted by Editor
Findshadow creates a personalized, step-by-step plan on how to use the app and other resources to locate your dog and bring him home.
Nowadays, a lot of apps exist out there that are poorly designed, have little use, only service a small demographic of people, or are otherwise hard to use and inaccessible. The App Store is saturated with low-quality apps that have little utility for most users. Most smartphone users rotate through the same major social media apps and perhaps a few phone games. But, there are some instances where smaller app startups provide a lot of utility to their demographic. They might be hard to find or hard to come across if you are browsing through the store, but their utility increases the more users it has on its platform. And that is the case of FindShadow, a super helpful resource for pet owners. Continue reading “App helps bring lost dogs home”
Posted in Dog health, Home page | Tagged Dog safety
December 15, 2019 posted by Editor
Dog collar vs. dog harness: avoid putting anything on your dog that could cause neck injury, discomfort, or other health problems.
Dog collars vs. Dog harness! I am sure you would like to know the pros and cons of both pieces of equipment before splashing the cash. Well, first off, I would like you to know that they both work for different situations and pups.
With a dog collar, you may find your pup tugged hard on the leash, and you might think he would choke to death. Seeing this can make you want to get a harness instead because it won’t place your dog in harm’s way.
Well, you are right about your decision. But before you get that dog harness, or abandon that dog collar, know the pros and cons. You can read before choosing that best dog harness or dog collar. Continue reading “Dog Collar vs Dog Harness: Pros and Con”
Posted in Dog training, Home page | Tagged Dog walks
December 15, 2019 posted by Editor
Dogs typically experience muscle spasms when they exercise hard or get dehydrated. Stretching can help alleviate the pain.
Just like with people, dogs get muscle spasms when their muscle contractions are interrupted. They may be visible beneath your dog’s skin and look like tremors. Typically, this happens when they exercise hard or get dehydrated. While muscle spasms are not life-threatening, they can cause a great deal of pain. Some spasms can also be a result of an injury and may require the help of a veterinarian. Your dog’s health is the priority after all. It is important to know whether you are dealing with worms, muscle problems or some other ailment. Continue reading “Should You Be Worried About Your Dog’s Muscle Spasms?”
Posted in Dog health, Home page
