AKC is a participant in affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to akc.org. If you purchase a product through this article, we may receive a portion of the sale. No matter how well-trained your dog is, and how diligently you keep to your … Read more
Have you ever looked at your furry friend’s crooked smile and wondered if Fido could benefit from braces just like humans do? Well, you’re not alone in this curiosity! The question “can dogs get braces” is actually more common than you might think. As a pet parent who’s researched this topic extensively, I’m excited to … Read more
We know about external bleeding because we can see it; we know how severe it can be. But hidden bleeding on the inside of our pets can be much more difficult to spot and just as serious. Internal bleeding in dogs is scary stuff As a pet owner, I’ve always worried about my furry friends … Read more
If you’re a dog owner, you probably spend a lot of time dealing with dog poop. Not only do you need to pick up after your dog on your walks, but chances are you also spend time thinking about how consistent and regular your dog’s poop is. But how often should dogs do their business? … Read more
Mange is a distressing skin condition that affects many dogs, causing intense itching, hair loss, and discomfort. As a dog owner, seeing your furry friend suffer can lead you to search for quick solutions – and you might have heard about using motor oil as a treatment option. But does motor oil actually help treat … Read more
Dogs understand a lot. They can recognize human words, gestures, and emotions, and learn to work as service dogs or emotional support animals. But do dogs know when they are dying? Through my work as a general practitioner, and as a pet parent myself, I have observed many moments leading up to a dog’s death. … Read more
Knowing when to take your puppy outside for the first time is a balance between the benefits of early socialisation and the risk of them being overwhelmed by the experience. They will also need to be medically ready for exposure to the wider world. Here we explore some important questions such as whether you can … Read more
If your dog is diagnosed with kidney failure, feeding them a proper diet will be essential to their ongoing treatment. In this post, our Redmond vets discuss kidney failure in dogs and what type of diet they should be fed. Are you struggling to figure out what to feed your furry friend with kidney issues? … Read more
The Short Answer: NO, Never Give Your Dog a Hambone! I’ve been a dog owner for over 15 years and let me tell you – the question of whether dogs can have hambones is one that comes up all the time, especially around the holidays. The simple truth? Hambones are absolutely not safe for dogs … Read more
Have you ever wondered if female dogs bleed after mating? As a dog owner it’s natural to be concerned when you notice any unusual discharge or bleeding from your furry friend. Today I’m diving deep into this topic to give you all the information you need to understand what’s normal and when you should be … Read more