Are Dogs Color Blind?

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Let’s explore the commonly-asked question, “Are dogs color blind?” Want the short and confusing answer? Yes and no. Here is how dogs perceive color differently from us. Defining Color Blindness The true definition of color blindness is a defect in red-green perception. This is caused by abnormalities in the cones in the retina of the eye. There are different variations of color blindness. People who have red-green color blindness may still see yellow and blue, but red items may look gray or brown to them. However, when many people hear the phrase “color blind,” they equate that with not being able to see any color at all, as if the… Read More Continue Reading

The Best Cat Toys: Keeping Your Cat Safe

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Buying cat toys for your kitty should be a lot like buying toys for your child. Safety should always come first. No matter how harmless a cat toy may look, there are potential dangers in many of them. Many people choose plush toys for their cat, which are filled with catnip or honeysuckle for example. However, just because something looks soft and fuzzy, it doesn’t necessarily mean it is 100% safe for your furry friend. Pointy Parts Cats love to chase soft toys that dangle on a string, which often is dangled from a stick of some sort. This cat toy kind of looks like a fishing rod. These toys… Read More Continue Reading

Why Is My Cat Vomiting?

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Most cat owners have seen their cat vomit from time to time. Cat vomiting is often simply caused by the cat eating his meal too quickly. Or, maybe your cat ate something that disagreed with his belly. Just like children, maybe your kitty played too vigorously, too soon after eating. On the other hand, cat vomiting can be caused by something much more serious. If your cat has a sudden episode of vomiting, but doesn’t regularly vomit, here are some of the possible causes: His gastrointestinal tract may have a bacterial infection Changes in cat food or development of a food intolerance Foreign bodies have been swallowed such as hairballs… Read More Continue Reading

Should I Let My Dog Sleep With Me?

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People who love their dogs often ask themselves the question, “Should I let my dog sleep with me?” Research shows that a little less than 50% of dog owners share either their bed or their bedroom with their precious pooch. According to Psychology Today, the highest percentage of people found sleeping with their dogs are single females between the ages of 18 and 34. In contrast, married men over 45 are the least likely to let their dog sleep in their bed. Is it bad to sleep with your dog? Depends on who you ask. Many dog owners like the feeling of safety and security they have when their dogs… Read More Continue Reading

Intestinal Worms in Dogs

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What are worms in dogs? It turns out that there are many types of worms that can infect your dog. Although different dog worms create similar symptoms, each type requires a specific type of medication for their treatment. In fact, if the wrong diagnosis is made and an inappropriate medication is used to treat the dog worms, an infestation can become more severe, or worsen, which may cause additional health problems for the dog. This is why it is important not to diagnose your dog’s worms yourself, but allow your veterinarian to do that instead. Three of the most common worms in dogs are hookworms, roundworms and tapeworms. Intestinal Worms… Read More Continue Reading

Introducing: The Pharaoh Hound

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Origin of the Pharaoh Hound With its astute posture and tall, pointy ears, one can’t help but associate the appearance of the Pharaoh hound with the Egyptian god, Anubis. Along with its name, this is why most people assume its country of origin to be Egypt. However, researchers of the breed have come to a different conclusion. Instead, the Pharaoh hound originates from the country of Malta. In fact, this supreme hunting dog is known as the national hound of Malta. Although this breed is beginning to show up sparsely outside of Malta, they are found in greatest numbers in their native land. Its Maltese name, Kelb tal-Fenek means “rabbit… Read More Continue Reading

GPS Tracking for Dogs

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Where, oh where has my little dog gone? What a terrible feeling to have when you realize you don’t know where your dog is! Dogs can run off in a split second. In one minute, your best friend is right next to you, and the next he has gone to who knows where. Perhaps your dog heard a loud sound, or maybe he saw something that interested him, and off he goes! Things happen. Perhaps your child left the gate open. Or, maybe your dog became a digging expert when he was enticed by a critter on the other side. Whatever the case may be, having a lost dog is… Read More Continue Reading

How Pets Can Actually Make You a Better Mother

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Kids, cats and dogs seem to go together like bread and butter or salt and pepper. After all, where would a boy be without a trusty dog at his side or a little girl without her cute and cuddly kitty cat? Pets are a valuable addition to any family but especially for those with young children because they can teach them such important life lessons. There’s obvious things that most people would expect about how having a pet will enrich and educate children, like teaching them about the circle of life, responsibility, training and housebreaking an animal. But there are many other ways that pets can benefit our children and… Read More Continue Reading

Top Tips and Activities to Help Your Dog Stay Cool and Have Fun This Summer

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Summertime brings summer fun! However, summer can be too doggone hot for your canine companion. What’s a dog lover to do with their overheated dog? Provide a way to help your dog stay cool and have fun at the same time. Whatever may be on your agenda this summer, here are some top tips from the pros to keep Bella cool and happy. Swimming and Splashing Activities like swimming with your dog may immediately come to mind. If you don’t have access to a body of water, you could always pick up an inexpensive kiddy pool for your dog to enjoy. You could also make your own obstacle course for… Read More Continue Reading

Search and Rescue Dogs – Heroes Unleashed

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In light of the recent tragedy in Las Vegas, we are (rightfully so) seeing a spike in media coverage dedicated to first responders. We are fortunate to have the most exemplary group of first responders in the world. These men and women put their lives on the line, on a daily basis, to save our citizens from perilous situations. There is another elite division of the first responder teams that is often overlooked – Search and Rescue Dogs. These dogs are highly trained and are often in situations deemed too dangerous for their human counterparts. Search and Rescue dogs (along with their handlers) are deployed into earthquake zones, the aftermath… Read More Continue Reading