Everyone has a different preference; some favor dogs that weigh 30 pounds or less, while others favor larger canines. Fortunately, there are so many different dog breeds. When you look at the serving sizes on the back of dog food containers, you’ll notice that it shows the serving size depending on how little or big … Read more
Findings of First National Lost Pet Survey 93 percent of dogs and 75 percent of cats reported lost were returned safely to their homes. Only 6 percent of dog owners and 2 percent of cat owners found their lost pets at shelters. 15 percent of dogs were found because they were sporting identification tags or … Read more
From the fluffy to the tasty, the precious to the gorgeous, there are countless sweet things that can serve as inspiration for cute puppy names. And our cute names lists have them all. We will assist you in choosing the ideal name for your new puppy and the rest of your family today. Because names … Read more
Your female pet will live a longer, healthier life. Spaying prevents uterine infections and decreases the incidence of breast tumors, which are malignant or cancerous in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases. One of the best ways … Read more
Because the cost to TLCAD to train one dog is anywhere from $20,000-$30,000 per dog, depending on the length of time the dog spent in training, we encourage clients to make donations, sign media waivers, apply for funding from sponsors and occasionally speak at events. Having the right support system in place can make all … Read more
So, should I leave a light on for my puppy at night? Leaving a light on for your puppy is a personal decision. However, it is important to only use a dim light as a bright one can disturb your puppy’s natural sleep pattern. They don’t particularly need light, but in some cases, it can … Read more
In fact, it’s a good source of protein, and cooked chicken can even be substituted for or added to his regular meal. Most sources recommend against raw chicken, due to the risk of salmonella or bacterial infections, although the movement toward raw food, including raw chicken and raw chicken bones, is growing. You can give … Read more
There are many advantages to choosing to train your dog in a different language – a ‘training language’ if you will. Training in a different language greatly reduces the likelihood of the dog confusing your conversational interactions with others as a cue for him or her to perform a given behaviour. In dog training, handlers … Read more
pale yellow Many of the questions dog owners have about their dog’s ears center on ear wax. Dog ear wax has many aspects that are typical and many that aren’t. So let’s discuss what typical dog ear wax should resemble and when to be suspicious of a problem. In order to facilitate the procedure, we … Read more
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications That Can be Safe for Dogs Antihistamines. … Antidiarrheals/Antinauseants. … Loperamide (Imodium®). … Famotidine (Pepcid AC®) and cimetidine (Tagamet®). … Steroid sprays, gels, and creams. … Topical antibiotic ointment. … Anti-fungal sprays, gels, and creams. … Hydrogen peroxide. We refer to them as “man’s best friends,” and it is crucial that we … Read more