Dog Tips

FRAPs (frenetic random activity periods) or zoomies can be one of, if not, the most comical behavior you'll ever see in a dog, and even cats, rabbits, ferrets and elephants. But do you really know what causes them, and could they be associated with OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder?

If your dog is feeling stressed for any reason, or may be kenneled or boarded soon, you won't want to miss this important discovery. In a study, 90% of dogs who received this treatment showed a reduction in overall anxiety, including improved cortisol levels and heart rates.

How does petting - and even looking at - a dog affect your brain, specifically the prefrontal cortex, an area that plays a role in memory, problem solving and attention control? What types of activities cause your brain to light up the most? Can a stuffed animal provide the same feel-good benefits?

You find the perfect toy for your dog and can't wait to get home to surprise her with it. Then, like with the other new toys you've brought home in the past, she takes one sniff and walks away. What if the problem is with your presentation? Try this simple strategy for a different result.

Like with humans, cognitive function declines with age in dogs, and its signs in older dogs include reduced spatial awareness, sleep disruption, a change in social interactions and memory deficits. This new study reveals a powerful intervention that could dramatically lower your dog's risk.

More than half of dogs in the US are overfed and overweight, but only 39% of pet parents realize it. My easy-to-follow formula takes the guesswork out of feeding your dog, so whether your pup is where he should be - or needs to slim down - you'll know exactly what to do for the best results.