These comprehensive articles can guide you through the ups and down of dog ownership, from proper nutrition and exercise to training and grooming. Read through all the tips here to keep your pooch happy and improve their longevity.
It used to be taken as a sign of quality, but now pet parents go out of their way to avoid it. Instead, they are flocking to this other label as an indicator of healthy and worth spending a premium for.
When your pet's gut is in disarray, the symptoms may not be easily recognizable. If left without treatment, it can progress and become chronic. Here’s how to spot the signs.
While we're inclined to correct our dogs for poor leash behavior, it's often the person at the other end of the leash who's to blame. How would your dog rate your walking performance? How many of these mistakes are you making that may be depriving your dog of the many benefits a walk offers?
They may drool over the flavor, but they're beset with problems galore — ranging from pathogenic bacteria, to choking and GI blockage hazards that could prove fatal. They're best left on the store shelf, to spare your pup this agony and rescue your wallet.
Many owners just think their pets like to snooze, but truth be told, they may be extremely bored, and boredom isn't a healthy emotional state for pets. Dogs and cats aren't designed to be sedentary for many hours each day, and that can lead to negative behaviors.
Sure you want a well-mannered pet. But there's an even more compelling reason to teach these three commands to the point of instant obedience. They can truly mean the difference between life and death. Just be sure to keep these three special words in mind during every training session.