Trish King, a dog behaviorist, has some advice for owners whose dogs freak out over anything, from a squirrel to visitors. One of our small dogs frequently becomes extremely excited when it’s time for a walk, dinner, playtime, or pretty much anything else that appears to be enjoyable. She frequently expresses the following thought: “Oh … Read more
Although milk of magnesia is safe for dogs, check with your vet before giving it to your pet. Milk of magnesia can help treat symptoms in your dog such as constipation, acid reflux, flatulence, irregular bowels, hard, misshapen or discolored stools, itching or bleeding around the anus, and gastric reflux. Milk of Magnesia is used … Read more
All of our foods are produced and manufactured in the United States. Most of our dry and wet recipes are crafted with love in one of our three facilities in Hereford, Texas. Our manufacturing facilities in Hereford are Safe Quality Food (SQF) Level 3 certified. The Merrick Pet Care Company, founded in 1988 by Garth … Read more
When dogs growl at people approaching, while sitting in their pet owner’s lap, this is called resource guarding. Yes, your growling dog is protecting his resource, which is you, but protective dog behavior is dangerous that will get worse, if not addressed quickly. How to stop my small dog from guarding me is a common … Read more
In most cases, a dog that sleeps for 12 or more hours per day is no cause for concern. That’s just normal! But owners should be aware that excess sleep can also be a sign of potential problems, and it’s best to talk to your vet when you have these concerns. Most owners consider their … Read more
Is Menthol Dangerous for Dogs? A common ingredient in chewing gum or cough drops that could have harmful consequences is menthol. Because menthol irritates the oral and digestive system tissues, your dog may experience symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, or simply laying around with a stomach ache. When it comes to the safety of our … Read more
Milk-Bone® Brushing Chews®, Milk-Bone® GnawBones® and Wonder Bones® are not recommended for puppies. Puppies have unique nutritional needs as they grow, and Brushing Chews, Wonder Bones and Milk-Bone GnawBones are formulated for adult dogs. Since 1908, Milk-Bone has been a dog’s best friend. He first appeared in New York City. The business started advertising on … Read more
He acknowledges that some of the situations are exaggerated in the comic panel and strip but insists they do reflect real life in the dog world. “Marmaduke is a real dog, not a talking dog. The beloved comic strip Marmaduke has been entertaining readers for nearly 70 years. But is the main character, the lovable … Read more
Out of habit or ignorance of the detrimental effects they have on the household, many dog owners keep cleaners that aren’t exactly pet safe in their homes. Young children and pets are especially at risk for issues like cancer, anemia, liver and kidney damage from cleaning products that contain ingredients like bleach, ammonia, chlorine, gycol … Read more
In much of the Islamic faith, dogs are seen as unclean animals and keeping them as pets is thought to be contrary to the teachings of Islam. For centuries, this has led to many debates and discussions regarding what is and isn’t acceptable when it comes to keeping dogs as pets. In recent years, however, … Read more