Is a dogs mouth really cleaner than a humans? No doubt we've all heard it before but have you ever actually believed it? In short the answer is no, a dog's mouth is not cleaner than a humans, they're filled with their own doggie bacteria. It's … [Read more...]
Jogging Can Be Harmful To Puppies
Exercising with your dog is wonderful, and keeping our dog's physically fit is important to their overall well being. But when it comes to jogging or engaging in other strenuous activities there are some added risks -- especially for young dogs. … [Read more...]
Acral Lick Granuloma: Excessive Licking in Dogs
Does your dog lick his paws all the time? Have you ruled out allergies and other irritants? If so it could be Acral Lick Granuloma, which is defined as the excessive licking of the paws and limbs in dogs. Without intervention lick granuloma can … [Read more...]
How to Clean Your Dogs Ears
Did you know that ear infections are the number one reason dogs go to the vet? One of the best ways to prevent any major ear problems in your dog is by catching them early. Make it a part of your regular grooming routine. Once or twice a week … [Read more...]
Dogs To Detect Breast Cancer In New Trial
Dogs Are Being Trained to Help Detect Breast Cancer Imagine being tested for breast cancer by simply breathing into a tube. That's the aim of a new research trial taking place in the United Kingdom - they're training dogs to detect breast cancer. … [Read more...]
What To Do When Your Dog Gets Stung
One of my not so fond memories of childhood is being ambushed by a bunch of angry bees. That buzzing noise still gives me the chills to this day. Now that I'm a bit older I'm more cautious, but I can't say the same for my dog. She snaps at … [Read more...]
Exercise Tips for Dogs With Arthritis
Unfortunately arthritis affects dogs in the same ways it does for us humans; by the time your dog is one year old there's a one in five chance he'll be showing signs of arthritis. The trick to keeping an arthritic dog healthy is a balance of … [Read more...]
Give Cancer The Paw – Remembering Sasha
Remembering Sasha Sahsa was the first dog to take part in the bone cancer vaccine study currently underway at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine. Sasha was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, an aggressive bone cancer, in … [Read more...]
How to Brush Your Dogs Teeth
I am not going to lie -- brushing your dogs teeth isn't the most pleasant of experiences, especially if your dog isn't used to having things shoved into his mouth. But it is easier than clipping your dogs nails, at least around my home. So it's … [Read more...]
Why Do Dog Feet Smell Like Fritos?
Have you ever noticed a corn chip smell coming from your dogs feet? If so you're not going crazy, and you're certainly not alone. Many dogs have a corn chip (or popcorn like) smell coming from their feet. It's known as "Frito feet," and although … [Read more...]
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