Healthy dog: identify why your dog is limping
Dogs limp for a variety of reasons from the minor — sprains and untrimmed nails — to the serious — arthritis, degenerative joint damage or spinal cord injuries.
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Is it better to have two dogs? If you plan to leave your dog during the day while you are at work, it may be better to have two dogs so that they can keep each other company.
Help your dog sleep all night: The most common cause of canine insomnia is pent-up energy. Help your dog sleep through the night by making sure she gets plenty of exercise.
Why does my dog get hiccups? Dog hiccups are so common some veterinarians think that they can be a part of the laundry list of “growing pains” some puppies must endure.
Could my dog have canine autism? Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with “canine autism” are reactive and often lack socialization skills. Reactive animals often inherit an anxiety disorder.
Use music to soothe separation anxiety: Soothe dog separation anxiety with music, not medication. The right tune can calm your dog so he can relax and fall asleep.
Aggressive puppy warning signs: Common aggressive puppy behavior warning signs: snarling, growling, mounting, snapping, lunging, challenging stance, aggressive barking and biting.
Couch potato dogs for couch potato owners: Make an honest assessment of your lifestyle to help you choose the right dog. If you’re a couch potato, get a couch potato dog, not a high energy dog.
Retractable leashes: Useless and dangerous
Retractable leashes encourage your dog to pull rather than walk at your side. Your dog quickly learns that you let out more line when he pulls.
Add pumpkin to your dog’s diet
Although pumpkin is a great source of nutrition to incorporate into your dog’s diet, consult with your dog’s veterinarian before making major diet changes.
Learn to keep your kids and your dog safe and happy
Kids and dogs: Set rules for both dog and child. Always supervise to ensure safe interactions and prevent either the dog or child from getting hurt.
Take your dog for a walk and create a lifelong bond
Lifelong bond: Use daily walks to build a lifelong bond with your dog. It’s a mutual give and take of time, energy and emotion.
All dog owners can benefit from training classes
Dog owners benefit from training: Even experienced owners need help. Newbies need a place to start. Do-it-yourselfers need to correct mistakes.
Does your dog favor her left or right paw?
Most dogs exhibit a paw preference and dominantly use either their right or left paw just like humans favor either their left or right hand.
Combat Black Dog Syndrome
By Karen A. Soukiasian Regrettably, Black Dog Syndrome is quite real. Figures from shelters and rescues confirm more black dogs are surrendered and euthanized than any other color or combination of colors no matter the breed or temperament. Unfortunately, the majority of people looking for a new puppy or dog will gravitate away from…
Channel your dog’s energy with healthy canine exercise
Channel your dog’s energy with healthy canine exercise like fetch, swimming or the mental stimulation of a Kong toy or food puzzle.
Dog training: rehabilitate your anxious chewer
Rehabilitate your anxious chewer with exercise, toys, treats, training. If your dog is eight months old and still chewing, it’s not teething.
