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Understanding Working Dog Breed Joints: Common Issues and Solution
What Are Working Dog Breeds? Working dog breeds are known for their incredible dedication and versatility. These dogs are bred and trained to perform a variety of tasks that often require physical endurance, strength, and agility. While of course many are pets as...
Best Tips for A Summer Road Trip with Your Dog
Before You Hit the Road Before hitting the road with your canine companion, you do want to make sure their health is in top shape. If you’re crossing state lines, you may need a health certificate, and that may include making sure vaccinations are up to date....
Understanding and Managing Dog Grief: Coping Strategies for Dog Parents
Do Dogs Grieve? Grief is a profound emotional response to loss. It looks different in different creatures because we all grieve uniquely. It's often characterized by various signs such as sadness, withdrawal, changes in appetite, and poor sleeping habits. Both humans...
Mama Knows Best: Research Suggests Mother Dogs Are Tuned Into Their Babies
The study showed that mother dogs are remarkably attuned to the sounds of their own puppies. By analyzing 4,400 whines from these puppies, the research team discovered that each litter had a specific and distinct acoustic identity, determined by the pitch and timbre...
Spay Or Neutering? When Does Science Say It’s The Right Time?
A research team from the University of California, Davis, has been diligently studying the best time to spay or neuter dogs. Spaying and neutering, in general, has been a hot topic among pet parents and those within the veterinary field; the perfect timing is what...
Finding Strength: Coping with Dog Loss, a Guide to Healing and Remembering
Understanding Pet Loss Why does the loss of a beloved dog hurt so much? The loss of a dog, or any pet in general, can be devastating because of the strong bond and love shared between you and the dog. Dogs often occupy a special place in our lives, providing...
Cavities in Dogs – A Holistic Approach
What Are Dental Cavities In Dogs? Dental cavities, also known as caries, are small holes in the teeth caused by decay. These cavities occur when the bacteria in the mouth produce acids that break down the enamel, which is the hard, protective outer layer of the tooth....
Common And Uncommon Health Problems For Bernese Mountain Dogs
Common Health Issues in Bernese Mountain Dogs Hip Dysplasia Hip dysplasia is a genetic condition that happens due to the improper development of the hip joint. This leads to pain and arthritis for your dog. It's particularly prevalent in large breed dogs like Bernese...
How to Stop Your Dog From Chewing Your Stuff
Yes, Your Dog NEEDS To Chew Chewing is a natural instinct behavior for dogs, and it's rooted in their evolutionary history. For dogs, it has several purposes. The main function of chewing for dogs, other than eating, is to help keep their teeth clean and their jaws...
Understanding Working Dog Breed Joints: Common Issues and Solution
What Are Working Dog Breeds? Working dog breeds are known for their incredible dedication and versatility. These dogs are bred and trained to perform a variety of tasks that often require physical endurance, strength, and agility. While of course many are pets as...
Best Tips for A Summer Road Trip with Your Dog
Before You Hit the Road Before hitting the road with your canine companion, you do want to make sure their health is in top shape. If you’re crossing state lines, you may need a health certificate, and that may include making sure vaccinations are up to date....
Understanding and Managing Dog Grief: Coping Strategies for Dog Parents
Do Dogs Grieve? Grief is a profound emotional response to loss. It looks different in different creatures because we all grieve uniquely. It's often characterized by various signs such as sadness, withdrawal, changes in appetite, and poor sleeping habits. Both humans...
Mama Knows Best: Research Suggests Mother Dogs Are Tuned Into Their Babies
The study showed that mother dogs are remarkably attuned to the sounds of their own puppies. By analyzing 4,400 whines from these puppies, the research team discovered that each litter had a specific and distinct acoustic identity, determined by the pitch and timbre...
Spay Or Neutering? When Does Science Say It’s The Right Time?
A research team from the University of California, Davis, has been diligently studying the best time to spay or neuter dogs. Spaying and neutering, in general, has been a hot topic among pet parents and those within the veterinary field; the perfect timing is what...
Finding Strength: Coping with Dog Loss, a Guide to Healing and Remembering
Understanding Pet Loss Why does the loss of a beloved dog hurt so much? The loss of a dog, or any pet in general, can be devastating because of the strong bond and love shared between you and the dog. Dogs often occupy a special place in our lives, providing...
Cavities in Dogs – A Holistic Approach
What Are Dental Cavities In Dogs? Dental cavities, also known as caries, are small holes in the teeth caused by decay. These cavities occur when the bacteria in the mouth produce acids that break down the enamel, which is the hard, protective outer layer of the tooth....
Common And Uncommon Health Problems For Bernese Mountain Dogs
Common Health Issues in Bernese Mountain Dogs Hip Dysplasia Hip dysplasia is a genetic condition that happens due to the improper development of the hip joint. This leads to pain and arthritis for your dog. It's particularly prevalent in large breed dogs like Bernese...
How to Stop Your Dog From Chewing Your Stuff
Yes, Your Dog NEEDS To Chew Chewing is a natural instinct behavior for dogs, and it's rooted in their evolutionary history. For dogs, it has several purposes. The main function of chewing for dogs, other than eating, is to help keep their teeth clean and their jaws...
Understanding Working Dog Breed Joints: Common Issues and Solution
What Are Working Dog Breeds? Working dog breeds are known for their incredible dedication and versatility. These dogs are bred and trained to perform a variety of tasks that often require physical endurance, strength, and agility. While of course many are pets as...
Best Tips for A Summer Road Trip with Your Dog
Before You Hit the Road Before hitting the road with your canine companion, you do want to make sure their health is in top shape. If you’re crossing state lines, you may need a health certificate, and that may include making sure vaccinations are up to date....
Understanding and Managing Dog Grief: Coping Strategies for Dog Parents
Do Dogs Grieve? Grief is a profound emotional response to loss. It looks different in different creatures because we all grieve uniquely. It's often characterized by various signs such as sadness, withdrawal, changes in appetite, and poor sleeping habits. Both humans...
Mama Knows Best: Research Suggests Mother Dogs Are Tuned Into Their Babies
The study showed that mother dogs are remarkably attuned to the sounds of their own puppies. By analyzing 4,400 whines from these puppies, the research team discovered that each litter had a specific and distinct acoustic identity, determined by the pitch and timbre...
Spay Or Neutering? When Does Science Say It’s The Right Time?
A research team from the University of California, Davis, has been diligently studying the best time to spay or neuter dogs. Spaying and neutering, in general, has been a hot topic among pet parents and those within the veterinary field; the perfect timing is what...
Finding Strength: Coping with Dog Loss, a Guide to Healing and Remembering
Understanding Pet Loss Why does the loss of a beloved dog hurt so much? The loss of a dog, or any pet in general, can be devastating because of the strong bond and love shared between you and the dog. Dogs often occupy a special place in our lives, providing...
Cavities in Dogs – A Holistic Approach
What Are Dental Cavities In Dogs? Dental cavities, also known as caries, are small holes in the teeth caused by decay. These cavities occur when the bacteria in the mouth produce acids that break down the enamel, which is the hard, protective outer layer of the tooth....
Common And Uncommon Health Problems For Bernese Mountain Dogs
Common Health Issues in Bernese Mountain Dogs Hip Dysplasia Hip dysplasia is a genetic condition that happens due to the improper development of the hip joint. This leads to pain and arthritis for your dog. It's particularly prevalent in large breed dogs like Bernese...
How to Stop Your Dog From Chewing Your Stuff
Yes, Your Dog NEEDS To Chew Chewing is a natural instinct behavior for dogs, and it's rooted in their evolutionary history. For dogs, it has several purposes. The main function of chewing for dogs, other than eating, is to help keep their teeth clean and their jaws...