If youve ever given your dog a Milk Bone or just about any other baked treat, youve given your dog flour. The good news is that even though many people think of flour as something to be avoided, it can actually have real nutritional value for dogs. The key is to understand that different types … Read more
Have you ever been hit with a terrible toothache that made you miserable? I know I have! That throbbing pain that makes eating talking and even thinking difficult is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone. But what about our furry friends? Do dogs feel tooth pain like humans do? As a pet parent who’s witnessed … Read more
Puppies. So soft and cute. So snuggly and playful. And sometimes, SO BITEY. While 99.5% of puppy biting isn’t meant to cause us harm, those needle-sharp teeth can still really hurt! It’s not surprising that puppy biting is a behavior many owners want to curb ASAP. A certain amount of bitey, mouthy behavior is an … Read more
When it comes to dogs and their preferences, many pet owners wonder whether their furry friends have a particular gender preference. It is a common belief that dogs may prefer one gender over the other, but is there any truth to this claim? Let’s take a closer look. Contrary to popular belief, there is no … Read more
Dogs love a snooze. It’s easy to watch enviously as puppies nap. If only we could all sleep the day away! But have you ever wondered why puppies sleep so much? And have you ever been worried that your dog is perhaps sleeping too much? Are you a new puppy parent wondering if your little … Read more
Are you sneezing around your furry friend? Or maybe your dog is the one scratching non-stop? When it comes to allergies and our canine companions, there’s often confusion about whether Allegra can help – and who exactly it’s helping! As someone who’s dealt with both sides of this allergic coin, I’m here to break it … Read more
Did you know that dogs can’t control their body temperature in the same way that humans do – by sweating? Dogs only have a small number of sweat glands located in the pads of their paws and the main way a dog regulates their body heat is by panting. Of course we all want what … Read more
Pets and pills are a common worry. It is hard to have an understanding what human medicine is safe for dogs. There are a number of medications that your dog shouldn’t be taking or accidentally ingesting. However, there are actually a number of pills that work as both medicine for humans and dogs. In fact, … Read more
A happy Bernese Mountain Dog standing on a park pathway with trees and a bench in the background.Learn about Bernese Mountain Dog energy levels and exercise needs for optimal health and happiness. Are you thinking about adding a fluffy Bernese Mountain Dog to your family but worried about keeping up with a high-energy pup? I … Read more
As temperatures start dipping, you may wonder when it’s too cold outside to walk your dog. Here are some tips and guidelines for taking your dog on a walk in cold weather. When winter rolls around, I always find myself staring out the window wondering if it’s too cold to take my furry friend outside. … Read more