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Is Your Dog’s Mouth Really Cleaner Than Yours?
Debunking the Myth Behind a Clean Dog's Mouth The myth that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s has been around for ages. In reality, both humans and dogs have bacteria in their mouths, but the types of bacteria and their effects are generally pretty different....
New Discovery in Dogs Could Help Fight Antibiotic Resistance
The Problem with Antibiotic Resistance Antibiotic resistance happens when bacteria adapt and as a result, antibiotics become ineffective. This is a huge concern because it makes infections harder to treat. This is what can create 'superbugs' and lead to longer...
Holistic Tick Checking For Dogs
What Are Ticks and Why Do Ticks Love Dogs so Much? Ticks are tiny, parasitic creatures that attach themselves to animals to feed on their blood. They often lurk in wooded areas, tall grasses, and shrubs. Dogs are especially susceptible to tick bites because the ticks...
Omega-3s: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory Powerhouse for Your Dog
Understanding Inflammation in Dogs Inflammation is a natural response in a dog's body, helping it respond to injury, infection, or irritation. If your dog has a cut or scrape, the area may become red and swollen, which is visible inflammation. Your dog’s immune system...
Dos and Don’ts of Omega-3s for Dogs
Understanding Omega-3s Do: Know the Benefits of Omega-3s Omega-3s provide so many health benefits for dogs. Just as they do for humans, they can make a big difference in your dog's overall health and wellness. Some of the best benefits of Omega-3 supplements for dogs...
Best Indoor Dog Games to Beat the Heat
Importance of Indoor Games for Dogs During Poor Weather When dogs are bored, they often resort to destructive behaviors like chewing furniture, barking excessively, or digging. The problem is that keeping them mentally and physically stimulated can be hard when it's...
Choosing the Best Omega-3 Supplements for Dogs
Understanding Omega-3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in maintaining overall health in dogs. There are three main types of omega-3s. They are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). EPA and DHA are...
The Power of Dog Hydrotherapy: Healing and Rehabilitation for Your Best Friend
What is Canine Hydrotherapy? Canine hydrotherapy involves exercises in water to treat different conditions. It's actually more than taking your dog for a swim. With hydrotherapy, the buoyancy of water supports your dog’s body. This reduces the stress on their joints...
Preventing and Treating Dog Heatstroke: A Guide to Keeping Your Pet Safe
Understanding Heatstroke in Dogs Heatstroke is a severe and potentially fatal condition that occurs when your dog's body temperature goes over 104°F (40°C). Unlike humans, dogs can’t sweat to cool down, so they rely on panting to regulate their body temperature. When...
Is Your Dog’s Mouth Really Cleaner Than Yours?
Debunking the Myth Behind a Clean Dog's Mouth The myth that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s has been around for ages. In reality, both humans and dogs have bacteria in their mouths, but the types of bacteria and their effects are generally pretty different....
New Discovery in Dogs Could Help Fight Antibiotic Resistance
The Problem with Antibiotic Resistance Antibiotic resistance happens when bacteria adapt and as a result, antibiotics become ineffective. This is a huge concern because it makes infections harder to treat. This is what can create 'superbugs' and lead to longer...
Holistic Tick Checking For Dogs
What Are Ticks and Why Do Ticks Love Dogs so Much? Ticks are tiny, parasitic creatures that attach themselves to animals to feed on their blood. They often lurk in wooded areas, tall grasses, and shrubs. Dogs are especially susceptible to tick bites because the ticks...
Omega-3s: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory Powerhouse for Your Dog
Understanding Inflammation in Dogs Inflammation is a natural response in a dog's body, helping it respond to injury, infection, or irritation. If your dog has a cut or scrape, the area may become red and swollen, which is visible inflammation. Your dog’s immune system...
Dos and Don’ts of Omega-3s for Dogs
Understanding Omega-3s Do: Know the Benefits of Omega-3s Omega-3s provide so many health benefits for dogs. Just as they do for humans, they can make a big difference in your dog's overall health and wellness. Some of the best benefits of Omega-3 supplements for dogs...
Best Indoor Dog Games to Beat the Heat
Importance of Indoor Games for Dogs During Poor Weather When dogs are bored, they often resort to destructive behaviors like chewing furniture, barking excessively, or digging. The problem is that keeping them mentally and physically stimulated can be hard when it's...
Choosing the Best Omega-3 Supplements for Dogs
Understanding Omega-3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in maintaining overall health in dogs. There are three main types of omega-3s. They are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). EPA and DHA are...
The Power of Dog Hydrotherapy: Healing and Rehabilitation for Your Best Friend
What is Canine Hydrotherapy? Canine hydrotherapy involves exercises in water to treat different conditions. It's actually more than taking your dog for a swim. With hydrotherapy, the buoyancy of water supports your dog’s body. This reduces the stress on their joints...
Preventing and Treating Dog Heatstroke: A Guide to Keeping Your Pet Safe
Understanding Heatstroke in Dogs Heatstroke is a severe and potentially fatal condition that occurs when your dog's body temperature goes over 104°F (40°C). Unlike humans, dogs can’t sweat to cool down, so they rely on panting to regulate their body temperature. When...
Is Your Dog’s Mouth Really Cleaner Than Yours?
Debunking the Myth Behind a Clean Dog's Mouth The myth that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s has been around for ages. In reality, both humans and dogs have bacteria in their mouths, but the types of bacteria and their effects are generally pretty different....
New Discovery in Dogs Could Help Fight Antibiotic Resistance
The Problem with Antibiotic Resistance Antibiotic resistance happens when bacteria adapt and as a result, antibiotics become ineffective. This is a huge concern because it makes infections harder to treat. This is what can create 'superbugs' and lead to longer...
Holistic Tick Checking For Dogs
What Are Ticks and Why Do Ticks Love Dogs so Much? Ticks are tiny, parasitic creatures that attach themselves to animals to feed on their blood. They often lurk in wooded areas, tall grasses, and shrubs. Dogs are especially susceptible to tick bites because the ticks...
Omega-3s: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory Powerhouse for Your Dog
Understanding Inflammation in Dogs Inflammation is a natural response in a dog's body, helping it respond to injury, infection, or irritation. If your dog has a cut or scrape, the area may become red and swollen, which is visible inflammation. Your dog’s immune system...
Dos and Don’ts of Omega-3s for Dogs
Understanding Omega-3s Do: Know the Benefits of Omega-3s Omega-3s provide so many health benefits for dogs. Just as they do for humans, they can make a big difference in your dog's overall health and wellness. Some of the best benefits of Omega-3 supplements for dogs...
Best Indoor Dog Games to Beat the Heat
Importance of Indoor Games for Dogs During Poor Weather When dogs are bored, they often resort to destructive behaviors like chewing furniture, barking excessively, or digging. The problem is that keeping them mentally and physically stimulated can be hard when it's...
Choosing the Best Omega-3 Supplements for Dogs
Understanding Omega-3 Fatty Acids Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in maintaining overall health in dogs. There are three main types of omega-3s. They are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). EPA and DHA are...
The Power of Dog Hydrotherapy: Healing and Rehabilitation for Your Best Friend
What is Canine Hydrotherapy? Canine hydrotherapy involves exercises in water to treat different conditions. It's actually more than taking your dog for a swim. With hydrotherapy, the buoyancy of water supports your dog’s body. This reduces the stress on their joints...
Preventing and Treating Dog Heatstroke: A Guide to Keeping Your Pet Safe
Understanding Heatstroke in Dogs Heatstroke is a severe and potentially fatal condition that occurs when your dog's body temperature goes over 104°F (40°C). Unlike humans, dogs can’t sweat to cool down, so they rely on panting to regulate their body temperature. When...