Pork products are a staple part of many households’ diets, from bacon and sausages to mince and chops; there are many tasty options. However, did you know that not all of these are safe for dogs to eat? As dogs are omnivores (animals that can eat both animal protein and plants) too, we often don’t … Read more
Letting your puppy outside is far more complicated than most new pet parents realize. Obviously, we all want to take our adorable new puppies out into the world to show them off and socialize them as soon as possible, but the outside world does present risks to your puppy. The biggest worry is that puppies … Read more
From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, dogs are some of the most affectionate creatures that we have the pleasure of sharing our lives with. Their love for us is unconditional, and they stick with us no matter what happens. But how about when we leave them for longer periods of time, sometimes weeks? A dog plays … Read more
Are you tempted to share a bite of potatoe for your dog from the dinner table? Of course you are when they’re looking with those big eyes! However, not all foods we consume are safe for our pets. Potatoes, for instance, seem innocent enough but can dogs eat potatoes? The answer is: it depends on … Read more
Dogs ( Canis familiaris ) are domestic animals – usually loved by humans but sometimes, especially dogs without shelter, can become a problem because they can cause property damage. Therefore, certain measures need to be taken in order to keep dogs away from the yard/property. Dealing with stray dogs can be a real headache, especially … Read more
The ability of the domestic dog to recognise its kin, and to retain this information once acquired, was studied in this paper. Dogs were examined for their ability to recognise their siblings, offspring to recognise their mother, and mothers to recognise their offspring, using a series of two choice tests. The results revealed that, at … 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. You know the modern-day mantra to stay hydrated. And that goes for your dog … Read more
The information indicates that humans can indeed get hookworms from dogs, primarily through contact with contaminated soil or feces. According to the PetMD article, certain intestinal parasites including hookworms can be carried in dog saliva, though transmission this way is rare. The Beverly Oaks Animal Hospital article mentions that parasites can undergo visceral larval migrans … 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. Your dog is part of the family. But while you may want to spend … Read more
This haunting story by Arthur Conan Doyle was my first introduction to Sherlock Holmes – in the 1939 film version of the story, which aired on TV in the late 1960s. But up until recently, if you had asked me “Why is The Hound of the Baskervilles famous?” I wouldn’t have had an answer. There … Read more