As pet owners, it’s our responsibility to keep our pets safe and happy; and whether we’re addressing a serious health concern or a minor one, it’s important that we’re properly prepared. One of the most crucial preparations for providing proper … Read More
Here are Seven Tips to Stop Your Dog’s Barking: 7. Be Consistent Barking can’t be cute or funny sometimes (unless on command) and not okay other times. Dogs struggle with inconsistency! You can’t think he is funny when he barks … Read More
Depending upon your location, you may already be feeling the first chills of the impending winter season in the air. As the weather turns cold, it is important to consider how seasonal changes affect your pets. Oh, the weather outside … Read More
Most dog owners know that ingesting chocolates are bad (and potentially toxic) for your dogs. But did you know that there are more foods that you should avoid feeding to your dogs? Not only can these foods cause health problems, … Read More
Are you guilty of accidentally nurturing your dog’s separation anxiety? Many of us unwittingly foster separation anxiety in our dogs. Here’s how you can modify your own behaviour to cultivate a healthy sense of security in your dog. 1. Are … Read More
Dear pet owner, We get it—you’re busy and you’re budget conscious. And we can even understand why you’d think about asking your neighbor’s teenage daughter or checking one of those Uber-like sites to find a pet sitter when work or travel … Read More
The wonderful thing about homemade diets is you get to handpick the ingredients. You know the quality of the meat your pet is eating because you selected it yourself. You know the produce is clean because you purchased organic … Read More
Doggy daycares have become very popular as a great way to give your dog company and exercise while you are at work or on vacation. And it is, for some dogs. But before dropping your dog off, you need to … Read More
You may come across a scenario where you may not be able to arrange for a pet sitter, and thus must opt for a kennel. Keep in mind that dogs are often mistreated in kennels; you should always choose a … Read More
If you’re a regular Healthy Pets reader, you know I’m a huge fan of homemade diets for pets. In my experience, a carefully balanced raw or gently cooked species-appropriate homemade diet is the optimal way to nourish four-legged family members. … Read More