Final Verdict: Do ThunderShirts Work? Based on the science, the experts, and our own experience, the verdict is clear: compression can and does help to calm anxious dogs, and the ThunderShirt is perfectly designed to deliver that helpful pressure. So yes, ThunderShirts do work for many dogs. Although overcoming dog anxiety can be difficult, one … Read more
While idiopathic vestibular disease can recur in dogs after initial improvement, it is less common than with strokes and the interval between episodes is typically longer with idiopathic vestibular disease (months or more) versus strokes (days to weeks or more). I don’t often get to inform my clients of good news. As some of you … Read more
If you watched A Dog’s Purpose two years ago, you already have a good idea of what to expect from the new sequel, including the corny dialogue, the fabricated plot, and the tense atmosphere. Oh, you thought A Dog’s Purpose was supposed to be a happy, family-friendly adventure, not a horror movie? Let me remind … Read more
When you teach your dog new tricks, they need to give you all of their focus. This focus, especially as you teach your pup to maintain it for a long stretch of time, will seriously wear them out. Plus, daily training sessions will reinforce good manners and will teach your dog how to retain focus … Read more
Our goal is to use our educational materials to help save the lives of dogs and cats. To support our efforts, this page may contain affiliate links. With no additional cost to you, we receive a commission for qualifying purchases. Stacy Painter has been writing blogs for the pet industry for more than ten years. … Read more
But I always take the time to make sure a new treatment is safe before I use it on my dogs. Additionally, even though essential oils are natural, that does not guarantee that they are secure. Several essential oils can be dangerous, especially if they are accidentally consumed or not diluted properly. One such essential … Read more
In puppies, bad breath can be caused by teething. In these cases, the bad breath is only temporary, and will go away when the adult teeth come in fully. Receiving those slobbery kisses from their dogs is probably not something that even the most affectionate dog owners would look forward to. However, bad breath can … Read more
The biggest puppy in the litter will not always become the biggest dog. The final size is predetermined and genetically inherited. The height of the parent dogs will get you a good estimate. If you got a mixed breed and have seen the parents, you still might need to use a chart for dog classification. … Read more
Shaving Minimizes Allergy Problems – False! Shaving will not improve problems for anyone allergic to dogs, and can even make those problems worse. Allergic reactions are not caused by the dog’s fur, but by dander, skin flakes, oil and saliva. I shaved my dog years ago, which was a mistake that I’ll never get over. … Read more
Boot camp training for dogs is an incredibly successful method to help teach basic obedience, restructure bad manners or fix behavioral problems. From puppies as young as 3 months to older dogs, the concept of sending them off to school can often be life-changing for both dogs and their owners. Many people choose a board … Read more