Dog Tips

These comprehensive articles can guide you through the ups and down of dog ownership, from proper nutrition and exercise to training and grooming. Read through all the tips here to keep your pooch happy and improve their longevity.
dramatic dog breeds
Dog Tips

The 5 Most Dramatic Dog Breeds, Hand-Picked by Veterinarians

Some of the most lovable dogs are ones that have a bit of dramatic flair in their personality. If you own one of these breeds, you might refer to her as your 'drama queen' or as a 'comical attention hog.' Your list might be different, but these are the winners as seen by veterinarians.
— 5 min read
early puppy socialization
Dog Tips

Why Dog Parks Aren't Always Ideal for Socialization

Many pet parents who frequent dog parks go there because they believe their dogs need the opportunity to socialize with other canines. But do they? How to tell if dog parks are appropriate for your pet and know when it may be best to avoid them.
— 6 min read
fermented foods for pets
Dog Tips

How to Make Fermented Veggies a Healthy Part of Your Pet's Meal

There are many reasons why fermented foods are good for you and your pets. They act as potent chelators and detoxifiers, helping to rid your pet's body of heavy metals and other toxins. Learn the best types to feed your pet and what you should do if your dog or cat refuses them.
— 4 min read
unsafe pet products
Dog Tips

Pitch These 5 Items in the Trash for a Safer, Happier Pet

Many pet parents are totally oblivious to the dangers these items pose. So you're quite likely to have many if not all these hazards in your home right this very moment. Removing them could spare your dog injury - and you considerable heartache and financial deficit.
— 4 min read
pet blindness
Dog Tips

5 Signs Your Pet May Be Losing Her Eyesight

There are many reasons that dogs and cats can go blind at any age. Is your pet showing any of these telltale signs? Four things you can do to help prevent blindness, and how to help your vision-impaired pet feel secure and comfortable at home.
— 5 min read
storm phobic dogs
Dog Tips

What to Do Before Your Pet Hits This Seasonal Panic Button

Turns a happy pet into a terror-stricken coward in a shockingly short time. And it isn't just the loud noise. Many other components panic them also. Here are the eight signs your pet is panicked. Plus, your best go-to strategies, and the calming remedies you'll return to again and again.
— 4 min read
causes and treatment for urinary incontinence in pets
Dog Tips

Urine Dribbling: Never EVER Punish Your Pet for This 'Accident'

It's easy to mistake this for a behavioral problem - when it may indeed be a medical issue. So punishing your pet for this 'accident' is a BAD idea. Discover the potential medical causes, including birth defects which can affect certain breeds and the symptom that requires immediate vet care.
— 5 min read
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