Although it is possible for a human to fit through some large pet doors, you can do a lot to make your dog door–and your home–more secure. When shopping for a doggy door, keep in mind certain features that can make it harder for someone to use the door to break into you home. A … Read more
Dogs sniffing genitals They see it is a way of getting to know another dog or the new person that’s come into their home. While it may cause you some embarrassment, dogs are just doing what comes naturally to them. It’s embarrassing, isn’t it, how your dog always seems to have his face in other … Read more
While most of us have heard that certain breeds of dogs have their tails or ears “docked” or “cropped”, there is much confusion about why this practice is still in use today. After all, is this really necessary? In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the reasons why breeders choose to … Read more
Increased public awareness that dog racing is cruel and inhumane, in addition to competition from other forms of gambling, has led to the nationwide decline of greyhound racing. Increasingly, citizens around the country are mobilizing in opposition to greyhound racing and lawmakers are responding. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Amendment 13 put an end to greyhound racing … Read more
As with most tetrapods, canine copulation involves the male mounting the female from behind, a position that is colloquially referred to as “doggy style” but does not have a specifically known origin. When a male canine is interested in mounting a female, he will sniff the female’s vulva. The resources listed below can serve as … Read more
Life span Greyhounds are among the most beloved breeds of dogs, with their sleek and slender stature, beautiful coats and playful nature. They have a reputation for being gentle, intelligent and affectionate. But how long do these beautiful animals usually live? That’s a question many people ask when considering adopting a greyhound. In this blog … Read more
It can be alarming for pet owners to be presented with a situation where their beloved pet is licking a wound. Licking wounds can be a normal behavior for animals, and for some it can provide comfort and help to heal the wound. However, there are many things to consider when an animal is licking … Read more
Why are some dogs brindle? A dog’s genetics determine if it will have a brindle coat. To be brindle, a dog must carry the brindle gene—and only certain breeds do. However, the brindle gene is recessive to the black-colored gene, which means that many dogs that carry the gene will be black or multicolored. Different … Read more
Average Cost of Treatment A 2-week dose of Doxycycline or Amoxicillin can cost about $400 in some areas. Blood tests typically cost around $80, depending mainly on the methods used. As a dog owner, you also have to pay the vet exam fee, which ranges from $40 to $50 and isn’t covered by pet insurance. … Read more
American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) Dog ticks do not transmit Lyme disease. Their bites rarely result in serious disease in Michigan, but like other wood ticks, dog ticks are a known carrier of Rocky Mountain spotted fever spotted fever A spotted fever is a type of tick-borne disease which presents on the skin. They are … Read more