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.
Be warned — everyday devices in your home could emit high levels of this invisible but pervasive threat, which may trigger physical and behavioral effects. Are you and your pet at risk?
It's hard to believe that this much-loved breed nearly reached extinction in the 1800s, and if it weren't for the government's swift action to make them a national priority, they might not be here today. And blind and deaf author Helen Keller wouldn't have had her gentle and trusty companion.
Many owners just brush it off as affection towards you or an obsessive behavior, but that could be a big mistake. What to do — and what to request of your vet — if you notice this odd behavior in your pet. Plus — a unique approach for lasting relief and treatment.
Occasionally, a change can occur in the liver that causes it to trap and accumulate a dietary mineral. The earlier you can detect this in your pet, the better, as this condition requires lifetime treatment. Find out the breeds at highest risk and 10 other telltale signs.
Changes in your pet's skin can sometimes be worrying. If you notice these symptoms, it could be this common condition — here's how to manage it properly.
If you have an animal companion at home who is in the final chapter of life, it's important to understand everything you can about how he feels, and what you can do to make the rest of his journey as comfortable and happy as possible.
Dogs who were taught by this method were more likely to learn a new behavior within 30 minutes, and to learn the behavior faster than dogs in a clicker-training group. And they are more likely to remember it later. Five steps to help you get started with a training that anyone can do.
It's one of the most important things you can do for your pet. But many pet parents make serious mistakes in the process, feel it's not important or do it in all the wrong places. And make no mistake, these six venues can cause far more problems than they solve. Be wise.