Dog

Common Dog Parasites – Hookworms, Heartworms and Fleas

Parasites are common in dogs and most dogs will have some at various times in their lives. They can be external or internal. They include fleas, worms, mites, and ticks. They are easy for your dog to pick up, either from other dogs or from the environment. Left untreated, most parasites can cause serious problems…

Little Dog

Giving a Dog Glucosamine – Reducing Arthritic Pain

To appreciate how glucosamine can help to manage osteoarthritis in dogs, we need to understand a little science. When a dog has osteoarthritis, the fluid in his joints becomes thinner and is less effective at lubricating the movement of the bones. Also, the cartilage at the end of the bones becomes damaged and eroded over…

Purebred Puppy

Training a Purebred Puppy

If you have a purebred puppy you may be wondering if there are any differences in training between purebred puppies and crossbred puppies or mixes. After all, some dogs are bred for specific jobs such as hunting or herding, or guarding. When it comes to training a purebred puppy, is it different from training any…

Cat Food

Types of Cat Food

A newbie onto the scene of cat food could be easily forgiven for thinking the choice out there is truly mind-boggling. At first glance it is. Food for kittens, dry food, semi-moist food, meals for cats, prescription diets, organic food, food with added nutrients, therapeutic diets, canned food, meals in sealed packets, chicken flavor, cat…

Dog with Sharp Teeth

Fear of Dogs

You feel as though you cannot step out your own front door without risking life and limb. You avoid parks, beaches, and strange neighborhoods because you never know when you may come face to face with one. When you do see one, your heart races, panic rises, and you change directions, cross the street, or…

Golden Labrador

Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

Hip dysplasia is one of the most common problems afflicting large and giant breeds of dogs, including Germans shepherds, labradors and golden retrievers, and Rottweilers. Males are at a greater risk for developing the disease than females, possibly because of their larger size and more rapid growth. The primary cause of hip dysplasia is genetic;…

Dog

The Smartest Breeds of Dogs

There is always tremendous controversy whenever anyone brings up the subject of the intelligence of dogs. With over 160 breeds and varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club, someone will always be at the bottom of the list. In a book called The Intelligence of Dogs, author Dr. Stanley Coren asked over 200 professional dog…

Big Dog

Acupuncture For Dogs

It may seem a little far-fetched but there are many dog owners who see an acupuncturist for their dogs. They may be seeking to alleviate pain or they may believe that acupuncture provides treatment for incontinence, arthritis, cardiovascular disorders, gastrointestinal problems, and many others. Does it work? Does acupuncture provide genuine relief for a dog’s…