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Dog Health

Dog health is your top priority as a dog owner. To enjoy your companion as long as possible, you need to keep your dog healthy and happy. But doing that can be tough.

DogsBestLife.com is here to help.

We offer advice on:

Choosing a vet. Start by asking for recommendations.

Common dog health problems: Range from fleas and ticks to ear infections and from arthritis to obesity and diabetes.

Know when to take your dog to the vet. Dealing with a sick dog is scary. Recognize when you need help.

What to feed your dog? Raw? No grain? It's hard to sort it all out. Use our feeding guide to help make the decision.

How much sleep does your dog need? What can you do to help him sleep all night? And what do dog sleep positions mean?

Your dog's health needs change dramatically as he ages. What's right for a puppy isn't right for an older dog. We offer advice on helping your dog age gracefully.

And we offer information about common dog health issues including arthritis removing dewclaws, and whether your dog might benefit from plastic surgery.

Man feeds beagle. Be aware of foods your dog should avoid eating because they are toxic and could potentially cause choking, weakness, or death. 

7 foods dogs should avoid eating

Posted April 7, 2021

Be aware of foods your dog should avoid eating because they are toxic and could potentially cause choking, weakness, or death. 

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Dog food

Mom and daughter buy supplies for pet poodle. Buying pet insurance could end up being a good way to save money on medical supplies and medications down the road.

10 tips to save money on pet supplies

Posted April 7, 2021

Check our list of the top 10 ways to save money on pet supplies so you can enjoy your animal companion for less.

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Dog food, Dog health insurance, Veterinarian

Happy German Shepherd runs outside. Breed-specific health supplements fill nutrition gaps and provide support for joints as well as promote eyesight and a lustrous coat. 

Does your dog need a breed-specific health supplement?

Posted April 6, 2021

Breed-specific health supplements fill nutrition gaps and provide support for joints as well as promote eyesight and a lustrous coat. 

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Dog Health Tagged With: Arthritis, Big dogs, German shepherd

Veterinarian expresses chihuahua's anal glands.

Why does my dog smell like iron?

Posted April 5, 2021

If you notice a strange, iron, or metallic smell surrounding your beloved furry friend, the prime culprit is your dog’s anal glands.

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Health conditions, Healthy weight

Depressed pug. Trazodone for dogs helps manage symptoms associated with separation anxiety, depression, or the need for excessive attention.

What you need to know about Trazodone for dogs

Posted April 2, 2021

Trazodone for dogs helps manage symptoms associated with separation anxiety, depression, or the need for excessive attention.

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Health conditions, Separation anxiety

Happy Bernese Mountain Dog in a field. Big dog health issues include joint health and heart problems, which, unfortunately, can shorten your dog's lifespan.

Top 3 health concerns for large breed dogs

Posted March 26, 2021

Big dog health issues include joint health and heart problems, which, unfortunately, can shorten your dog’s lifespan.

Filed Under: Dog Breeds, Dog Health Tagged With: Arthritis, Big dogs, Health conditions, Healthy weight

Happy golden retriever plays in back yard. Get creative with these tips to turn your yard into a puppy paradise that you and your canine pal will never want to leave.

Turn your yard into a puppy paradise

Posted March 22, 2021

Get creative with these tips to turn your yard into a puppy paradise that you and your canine pal will never want to leave.

Filed Under: Dog Fun, Dog Health, Home Page Tagged With: Dog safety, Dog-safe plants

Happy dog sits in dog car seat.

Choose the best dog car seats for your furry friends

Posted March 22, 2021

Before you do your research on which dog car seat to buy, you need to know what elements to look for in a standard product.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Travel Tagged With: Dog safety, Driving

Owner brushes dog's teeth. The good news is that you can take care of your senior dog’s teeth and gums and make a few minor adjustments to their diet in order to greatly improve their quality of life.

Dental care for your senior dog

Posted March 16, 2021

The good news is that you can take care of your senior dog’s teeth and gums and make a few minor adjustments to their diet in order to greatly improve their quality of life.

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Dog teeth, Dog teeth care, Old dogs

Jack Russell Terrier snuggles in while student types. Studies show dogs help students by improving mental health and college grades. Dogs also make students more active and social.

How having a dog makes you smarter

Posted March 16, 2021

Studies show dogs help students by improving mental health and college grades. Dogs also make students more active and social.

Filed Under: Dog Health Tagged With: Dog health benefits, Major life changes

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