Picture this: one thousand football fields lined up in a row, each one filled with dog poop one foot deep. It’s not a pleasant thought, but that’s how much waste our canine pets create each year in the U.S. You’re not gonna like what I’m about to tell you. Once I started to dig into … Read more
Let’s face it – watching your furry best friend suffer from anxiety is heart-wrenching The pacing, the destructive behavior, those sad puppy eyes that just scream “help me!” It’s enough to make any dog parent desperate for solutions And if you’ve found yourself googling “does dog anxiety medication work” at 2 AM while your pup … Read more
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. We’ve all been there. Our dog eats something they’re not supposed to — a … Read more
Ever since I adopted my first dog Mia, I have always trimmed my dog’s nails. This is due mostly to lazinesss: I just don’t want to have to drive my dog to the vet or groomers every time they need a nail trim. Plus, I want this routine procedure to be as stress-free as possible, … Read more
If you’re brainstorming names for your new dog, these lists of the most popular and most unique puppy names will give you lots of great ideas. From choosing a crate to picking out squeaky toys, there are a lot of decisions a pet parent needs to make when getting a new puppy. At the top … Read more
Have you heard this? The hair of double coated dog breeds doesn’t grow back properly after being shaved. Right now you’re either in one of two camps. Either you’re nodding because your breeder has already warned you, or you’re thinking, “how ridiculous!” The truth is that this is a myth, and a dangerous one. I … Read more
When you hear a dog growl, your initial instinct is probably that it’s out of aggression. In fact, there are around 5 reasons why your dog is growling – Let’s take a look at what they are and how you can identify them. Ever been playing with your furry friend when suddenly they let out … Read more
Have you ever wondered what factors determine the size of a litter of puppies and how it can impact both the safety of the newborns and the well-being of the mother? As a breeder or veterinarian, it is crucial to understand the interplay between maternal factors and litter size, as it can have significant consequences. … Read more
One of the biggest questions that pet parents grapple with is when to put their dog down—is it too soon? The reality, however, is that natural death is not usually peaceful, and dogs with terminal illnesses could suffer for days from pain, nausea, and anxiety as their bodies begin to shut down. This is why … Read more
Tums are a common over-the-counter treatment for digestive issues in humans. They were invented in 1928 by a pharmacist named James Howe. He created Tums to treat his wife’s indigestion and it worked! In 1930, Tums were introduced to the public and became one of the world’s favorite treatments for heartburn. If your dog is … Read more