Dog walks boost fitness for dogs, owners
Dog walks boost fitness for dogs and their owners. In fact, studies show the walks might even provide greater benefit for the owners.
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.
Pick up dog poop
Responsible owners pick up dog poop. And since the average dog produces about 274 pounds of poop a year, that’s a lot of waste to dispose of properly.
Protect your dog from salmonella poisoning
By Karen A. Soukiasian Pet foods recalls have become common and tainted dog foods expose your pet to dangers like salmonella poisoning. Most dog owners expect pet foods made in the U.S.A. to be safe. Unfortunately, this is not true. Recalls Stay up to date with the latest pet food recalls. What is salmonella poisoning?…
Soft dog crates create cozy dens
Soft dog crates create a cozy, comfortable den and makes it easier to house-train your dog and help her overcome separation anxiety.
Bake a better dog cookie
When you bake dog cookies, you know the ingredients are healthy and safe. You also can control your portions and bake as many or as few as you want.
Add 5 canine superfoods to your dog’s diet
Consider adding five canine superfoods to your dog’s diet — sweet potatoes, kelp, coconut oil, offal and sardines to keep your dog healthy and strong.
How many calories can you burn running with your dog?
Run with dog to burn more calories so you both can stay fit and healthy. Exercising together builds bonds and boosts fitness.
Lawn chemicals pose threat to your dog’s health
By Karen A. Soukiasian Each year, thousands of pets die of canine carcinomas and/or liver and kidney failure. It is usually chalked up to “cause unknown.” Certain breeds such as the Scottie are predisposed to bladder cancer or transitional cell carcinoma (TCC), but how many other dogs and cats are exposed to lawns treated chemically…
Understand your puppy’s growth timeline
By knowing what to expect on your puppy’s growth timeline, as an owner, you can be prepared for training and socialization activities.
Get fit with your dog
Get fit with your dog. Spice up your workout regimen by incorporating man’s best friend into your fitness routine. But take care to not over-exert him.
