Fun Places to Take Dogs

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Do you enjoy taking your dog to locations he will love but you are tired of visiting the same old places? Of course you can take your dog to a pet supply store, a park or the beach. However, perhaps you are looking for somewhere new and fun to entertain both you and your dog. An outdoor shopping plaza is a great start. Whether you visit a local strip mall or a grand outdoor piazza, your pooch is sure to enjoy the day spending it outdoors with you. A splash fountain is another great idea. Although they are intended for children, dogs love them too. Your dog will love spending… Read More Continue Reading

5 Great Homemade Snacks for Dogs

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Izzy’s Apple Cheddar Dog Biscuits Courtesy of Martha Stewart, Izzy’s Apple Cheddar Dog Biscuits are perfect for your next chic doggie get together. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Take a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper. Take a large bowl and mix together the following: 2 cups of barley flour, ½ cup oatmeal, 1/3 cup shredded cheddar, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce and 3 tablespoons of water, forming a dough. Roll out the mixture between two sheets of plastic wrap until it is ¼ inches thick. Remove the plastic wrap and cut out the biscuits using a bone-shaped cookie cutter. Reroll the scraps… Read More Continue Reading

The Most Unique-Looking Dogs

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Catahoula Leopard Dog An American dog breed named after the Catahoula Parish in Louisiana, the Catahoula Leopard dog truly has a unique look. Tough but strikingly beautiful, they can have a spotted, brindle, solid or patched coat of many colors. Their eyes may be blue, green, brown or amber. They commonly have eyes that are two different colors, or even two different colors within the same eye. This tough dog was bred to work in swamps and forests. They are a mix between Native American dogs, Spanish Mastiffs and Greyhounds. They were bred to track and drive feral hogs and cattle to be butchered. Protective of their families, Catahoulas are… Read More Continue Reading

Do Dogs Laugh?

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For a long time, psychologists and behavioral biologists agreed that laughter was an emotional response that only humans can express. However, at the present time Psychology Today reports that this idea has been examined further. Nobel Prize-winning ethnologist, Konrad Lorenz suggested that dogs are also capable of laughter during their playtime. In his book, Man Meets Dog, Lorenz identifies dogs panting with human laughter. He says, “An invitation to play always follows; here the slightly opened jaws which reveal the tongue, and the tilted angle of the mouth which stretches almost from ear to ear, give a still stronger impression of laughing. This ‘laughing’ is most often seen in dogs… Read More Continue Reading

Top 9 Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds

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If you love dogs but find you have allergy attacks when they are around, you are not alone. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reports that about 10% of the American population is allergic to dogs. Fret not. Although no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, there are several breeds of dogs that allergy sufferers will do better with. What makes certain dogs more hypoallergenic than others? Dogs termed as hypoallergenic have a coat that does not shed and less dander is produced. Most pet allergies in humans are caused by dander that is attached to pet hair. Even when you have a hypoallergenic dog, it is a good idea… Read More Continue Reading

13 Ways to Make Your Dog Happy

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Does your doggie need a little TLC from you? Doing things to make your dog happy is likely to make you happy in the process. The following are many great ways to spread a bit of cheer into your dog’s life. Take time to play with your dog every day. Even if you feel tired from a long day of work, your dog needs you to take some time out and help him get some exercise. You may even be surprised that you feel better yourself! Keep your dog’s water supply fresh. You wouldn’t want to drink warm water that has been sitting in a bowl for days and neither… Read More Continue Reading

Puppies and Mange

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Mange is a skin disease caused by several species of tiny mites that are common external parasites found in companion canines. There are some mange mites that are normal for your dog’s skin and hair to have, while others do not belong. If mites multiply, they can cause mild to severe skin infections. All puppies raised normally by their mothers have demodectic mange mites.  They are transferred from the mother to the puppy when they are cuddling during the first few days of life. Most puppies live with their mites and don’t suffer any consequences. Types of Mange A localized case of demodectic mange happens when the mites multiply in… Read More Continue Reading

Olive Oil for Dogs

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Many people have heard about all of the positive benefits of olive oil. Did you know that olive oil is also good for your dog? In order for a dog to receive all of the benefits of olive oil, they will need to eat ½ to 1 tablespoon of it every day. Your dog is likely to enjoy the taste of olive oil, but not on its own. It is better to mix it with their wet food or drizzle it over their kibble. It will give their food a pleasant, mild flavor that they will like. Due to the monounsatured fats in olive oil, ingesting it breaks down the… Read More Continue Reading

Dog Backpacks

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When you are walking your dog regularly, adding a backpack to the scenario is a great way to change things up a bit. A backpack is one of the simplest and powerful ways to make his walk more efficient and challenging. Backpacks are great because they make your dog feel useful. It gives them a task to do as they walk next to you. Backpacks also help to redirect the focus of your dog’s attention. Your dog may become less likely to chase after squirrels or other distractions as he has a job to do. If you have a small dog, you can put an empty backpack on them. For… Read More Continue Reading

Feline Mange

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Mange is a nick-name for a widespread, itchy skin condition in pets. In dogs, mange is caused by the Sarcoptes mite, in cats, mange is caused by the Notredes mite. Another name for mange in cats and dogs is scabies. Feline mange is a very rare condition. The mites that cause mange are microscopic, meaning you cannot see them with the naked eye. Feline mange is a very itchy and very contagious condition. It begins on the face and spreads to the rest of the body, causing severe skin infections. Feline mange is more common in the southern areas of the United States. The signs that your cat might have… Read More Continue Reading