Unfortunately, the dog days of summer mean the dog fights of summer. As the weather heats up, the number of exercise dogs get increases, which in turn means more opportunities for them to play together. When dogs play, they’re not just engaging in fun and games, they’re also asserting dominance. This can easily lead […]
Constipation in dogs can have many causes. It’s important to pinpoint the cause so that the correct remedy can be given. Diet is very important in keeping the bowels regular. Most commercial dog foods based on grain and fillers are not easily digested by dogs and result in constipation. Dogs do not have the enzymes […]
As a pet owner, you might have been shocked to come upon the blood in your dog’s urine. For example, you might see a few drops of blood in the pristine white bowl after your dog has urinated, or you take him out for a walk and notice some rusty red splotches on the ground. […]
Dog itching is a common complaint among pet parents. You might think it’s just a normal occurrence shared by all dogs. But dog itching can be an indication of medical conditions or just a side effect of a medication. So how do you stop dog itching? The first thing you should do is have your […]
Some dogs can be hyperactive and they can get really annoying to their owners. Trying to calm your dog down can be difficult if you don’t know what to do. Dogs that are hyperactive often need to exercise more. The problem with hyperactive dogs is that most of the time don’t want to run around […]
our dog decided that she’d had enough. The aggression you’ve been seeing from her lately is something that’s been coming on for a while. You just didn’t recognize it, because it started small and got progressively worse. You may have even given in to her demands and allowed her to get away with certain behaviors […]
The topic of worms in dogs’ poop is not something that owners like to discuss. However, it is fairly common. There are four main types of worms that dogs can get. Roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, and whipworms are all parasitic worms that can attack the intestinal tract of your dog. Any of these worms are usually […]
There’s more than one way to train your puppy to use a pee pad. Some people start with a cold turkey approach, while others prefer to gradually introduce the pad. Others, once they’ve decided to put their dog on a pee pad, stick with that technique for the rest of their dog’s life. But, if […]
What do you do when your dog starts farting and they stink so bad you can’t even stand to be around them? Do you just ignore it or do you take them to the vet right on the spot? Do you know that Farts are one of the most common side effects of diet and […]
Skin tags on dogs are common and can develop for a variety of reasons, such as obesity or if your dog is kept inside for long periods of time. Dogs that develop skin tags can often get one on their lower back, neck, and armpit area. Other times, dogs can get them on their eyelids. […]