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.
raw pet food
Dog Tips

Eye-Opening Study Confirms the Healthiest Pet Food

Finally, there's scientific evidence to help you choose the best food to feed your pet. Find out what happened to one group of dogs who switched from raw food to kibble, and another group that ate kibble throughout their lives but switched to raw food for three months.
— 5 min read
dog heart murmur
Dog Tips

This Common Heart Problem Can Affect Many Breeds

Much to the surprise of this team of researchers, out of 95 healthy, young adult dogs, almost a quarter of them were found to have this heart problem. Either congenital or acquired later in life, this is a condition you need to be proactive about for the care and comfort of your pet.
— 5 min read
dog elbow hygroma
Dog Tips

Are Your Pup's Elbows Working Overtime? Here's Why!

Have you noticed something growing out of your dog's elbows? Do not jump into a panic right away — it could be a hygroma. While it is not dangerous, it can cause discomfort, which is why it needs to be addressed right away.
— 5 min read
aflatoxin contamination of pet food
Dog Tips

110 Pets Died, 210 Sickened from Eating Contaminated Food

Over 1,000 lot codes of this food have been recalled. Even if your dog or cat doesn't eat this brand, be sure to check your pet's food labels for these three ingredients which may be sources of a carcinogenic substance that can cause sudden illness and death.
— 5 min read
dog aggression bites
Dog Tips

What to Do When Playtime Turns Scary

Even the sweetest dogs can have a bad moment. It can be scary when your pet suddenly becomes aggressive or comes across another aggressive pet, but with the right steps, you can help them feel safe again.
— 7 min read
telltale signs cat dog suffers from ocd
Dog Tips

Licking, Pacing, Tail-Chasing? It Might Be More Than a Quirk

The bad news is that pets can suffer from OCD just like people. Here are the telltale signs your pet may be among them. Fortunately, there are things you can do to mitigate these behaviors, without necessarily needing to resort to pharmaceuticals and their side effects.
— 5 min read
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