Category: Dogs

Making Your Dog More Comfortable When They Are Home Alone When you leave for work, is it stressful for you and your dog? Perhaps your pup suffers from separation anxiety and you are looking for a way to make him or her more at ease when you walk out the door. Even if you are just planning to get a dog, it is helpful to understand ways to make your dog feel more comfortable when it is time for them to be left alone. Focus on Staking Out a Comfortable Spot for Your Dog If you have a young pup, you may find that unless you cordon them off in… Read More Continue Reading

Hydrotherapy for Dogs The restorative properties of water have been known to man for thousands of years. It was only natural that these healing applications would also be used on dogs at some point in time. A relatively recent form of treatment, hydrotherapy for dogs had its humble beginnings in the greyhound racing industry. Underwater treadmills for dogs followed, and soon thereafter, hydrotherapy for all dogs was introduced. What Does Hydrotherapy Mean? Hydrotherapy means therapy that involves water. It is a ‘blanket’ term that may encompass many different modalities. It is any therapeutic use of water that helps to improve health. For humans, hydrotherapy sessions may include one or all… Read More Continue Reading

How to Pick Up a Puppy If you are like most people, when you see a puppy, you just can’t resist running over, clutching it into your arms, and giving it a nice big cuddle. It is moments like these that can put a smile on your face for the rest of your day. However, you should understand that the poor little puppy likely doesn’t feel the same way about the experience. More often than not, situations like this leave the puppy filled with fear. Why Puppies Become Fearful of Being Picked Up First of all, remember that in a dog’s world, a puppy will never be picked up and… Read More Continue Reading

Should I Let Strangers Pet My Dog? As a dog parent, you have likely come across a time when you take your dog out on a walk and you are about to pass by a stranger. You see this person, who you don’t know, give your dog an adoring gaze, and then look in desperation over at you. You find yourself having to decide quickly how you are going to answer the question that is about to come your way. As they meet up with you, this outsider often asks, “Can I pet your dog?” Should I Let Strangers Pet My Dog? Answering this question may be something of a… Read More Continue Reading

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Senior Dog More Comfortable If you have a senior dog, you may have noticed that he or she has just slowed down in general over time. This is sometimes due to the fact that they are having joint pain. As dogs age, dog owners should do whatever they can to keep senior dogs as comfortable as possible. Following these 5 easy ways is a good place to begin. 1. Make Any Slippery Flooring More Secure Begin by looking around your home for situations that may have become challenging for your dog to navigate. For instance, if you have areas of your home that are… Read More Continue Reading

Rehoming My Dog: Should I Do It? You love your dog, but you are facing circumstances that are making it difficult to keep him in your life. Perhaps you have asked others for their advice, but still are uncertain if you should rehome your dog or not. Here are a few common reasons why people consider rehoming their dogs. The Dog Has Become Dangerous to Others Your safety and the safety of others should always be the number one priority. For instance, when adopting a dog, you might not have known that the dog isn’t particularly kid-friendly. Obviously, if you have children and the dog is behaving aggressively towards them,… Read More Continue Reading

Why Is My Dog Pooping in the House? First of all, if you are asking yourself this question, it is not a situation that should be taken lightly. Pooping in the house is not only disgusting to clean up, it can signal that something is wrong with your furry friend. If your potty-trained adult dog is pooping in the house more than just once in a while, there are several possible reasons behind it happening. Because of this, step one is to make an appointment for your dog to see your veterinarian. Here are some of the possible causes for your dog pooping in the house. A Change in Its… Read More Continue Reading

What Is Dog TV? Have you ever heard about Dog TV? You might suspect it is a channel about everything dogs for people to watch. However, that isn’t the case. Dog TV is specialized programming that is designed just for dogs to watch.   Do Dogs Enjoy Watching TV? Does your dog enjoy laying down next to you on the sofa while you are watching television? Of course, he does. However, is your dog actually watching the TV with you? Maybe sometimes he is. Perhaps you have seen your dog respond to something on the TV by jumping up and barking.   Is Watching TV Good for Your Dog? Just… Read More Continue Reading

Taking a Road Trip With Your Dog Taking a road trip with your dog is a great way to have a special bonding experience with your entire family. Your dog is no exception, as he or she is likely to enjoy seeing new sights and being by your side in new and exciting places. To make your road trip a fun and memorable one, be prepared with the following tips to keep your dog healthy and happy while you are traveling together. Essentials to Bring for Your Dog Bringing your dog’s medical records along with you on your trip is a good idea to have when you are crossing state… Read More Continue Reading

Can Dogs Eat Eggs? A staple of human breakfast, eggs are packed with proteins and fatty acids. It only seems logical that we would want to feed them to our dogs as well. However, when it comes to dogs eating people food, always be cautious by confirming that the food you are about to give isn’t going to make them sick. Logically, many people ask, can dogs eat eggs? Here is the lowdown on dogs eating eggs. Cooked Eggs Are Nutritious for Dogs Whether you choose to boil eggs or scramble them up, they will be equally as nutritious for your dog. However, don’t ever make the mistake of giving… Read More Continue Reading