Good nutrition is the foundation of good health. Feeding your dog a wholesome diet along with the proper supplements will ensure he is getting everything he needs. This article presents a handy A-Z glossary of 20 of the most common vitamins, … Read More
Poor socialization, abuse, traumatic events and even genetics can cause fear-based behaviors in a dog. You can’t undo his past, but you can help alleviate his anxiety. Joe and Melissa adopted a young mixed breed from a rescue group. Shilo … Read More
Packed with nutrients, these colorful foods can help keep his eyes sharp by protecting against a variety of vision problems. Eye health in dogs has become the talk of the town. There’s more and more discussion about eye disease and vision … Read More
If you are like most pet guardians, you often feel tremendous guilt for leaving your best pal at home alone all day. You know your dog will have a long, boring day just waiting until you arrive back home. You … Read More
Most dog owners know that the best time to socialize their pup is when they are, in fact, a puppy. Dogs are at their most sensitive — and receptive — between three and twelve weeks of age, so the earlier … Read More
As a dog trainer, I can’t say enough about how important it is to socialize your new puppy. Not only will proper socialization give you a well-adjusted adult dog, but it can prevent many problems from developing in the first place, especially those … Read More
Obesity is defined as an accumulation of excessive amounts of adipose tissue in the body, and is the most common nutritional disorder in companion animals. Obesity is usually the result of either excessive dietary intake or inadequate energy utilization, which … Read More
In North America, obesity is the most common preventable disease in dogs. Approximately 25-30% of the general canine population is obese, with 40-45% of dogs aged 5-11 years old weighing in higher than normal. What is obesity? Obesity is an … Read More
Your dog has many ways of communicating with you, and you’re probably familiar with a number of them. A friendly tail wag to say hello, for instance, or a persistent pawing on your leg when it’s time for a treat. … Read More
Your dog can become stressed for a variety of reasons. For example, dogs on leashes typically feel stress when they encounter other dogs – especially if the other dog is off-leash. This is probably because it’s difficult for our canine … Read More