Dog Tips

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.
cbd oil for dog seizures
Dog Tips

CBD Oil Significantly Reduces Seizures in 89% of Study Dogs

Witnessing a seizure in your pet can be a harrowing experience. Since seizures can occur for many different reasons, including low blood sugar, hypothyroidism or even a viral infection, this veterinary neurologist is calling this 'promising' and 'exciting' study must-have information for pet owners.
— 6 min read
canine epilepsy medication
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5 Natural Ways to Help Control Your Dog's Seizures

The FDA has granted conditional approval to potassium bromide for the treatment of canine seizure disorders, but often even a multi-modal approach to treating epilepsy isn't effective at controlling seizures in refractory patients.
— 7 min read
shy dog
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How to Bring Out the Best in Your Shy Dog

Whether it's from improper socialization, a traumatic event or abuse, or even a genetic trait, a shy dog needs special care and love to feel safe. Here's how to create a home environment where he'll thrive.
— 5 min read
pets toxic mold exposure
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The Invisible Toxin With Deadly Outcomes — Be Watchful

Symptoms can range from sneezing or coughing all the way to neurological distress or death. And no matter where you live, it's possible this invisible threat could wreak havoc on your pet - or you. Find out which spots are most well-known for it.
— 4 min read
laryngeal paralysis
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This Favorite Product Can Cause a Life-Threatening Emergency

Avoiding contributing to this medical condition is so simple - just check your supplies for this risky item and replace it if necessary. While the emergency can be idiopathic, in my experience it's often caused by trauma relating to this product. So please, sidestep tragedy by avoiding this mistake.
— 6 min read
how to calm your anxious dog
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Classic Signs of Stress: How to Calm Your Anxious Dog

Some dogs are more susceptible to stress. When dogs feel anxious, their bodies release excess norepinephrine, the fight or flight hormone. This flood of norepinephrine can result in physical symptoms. The more you know the triggers, the better you can eliminate stressors.
— 5 min read
overdue rabies vaccine
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Here's Proof Your Pet Probably Doesn't Need This Vaccine

The law demands it. But is this law based on actual science or some kind of arbitrary black-and-white policy made by legislators in fancy chairs in state capitals? If you have any doubt, you'll be stunned by this study showing that this test group didn't need it.
— 5 min read