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.
pet excessive tear production
Dog Tips

What May Be Behind Your Pet's Unsightly Tear Stains

Many pet parents fret over tear staining because of its appearance, yet there could be a more concerning reason behind those rust-colored stains. Before you decide they're 'normal,' rule out these medical conditions that may cause excess tearing.
— 5 min read
pet hygiene tips
Dog Tips

Itchy Skin? It's Time to Buck This Outdated Advice

Many pet parents and even some veterinarians still believe this outdated notion. If you do, you may be keeping your pet in misery if he has itchy, irritated skin. Here's the rule of thumb that will help keep your pet comfortable with a lower bacteria load on his skin.
— 7 min read
leaky gut syndrome in pets
Dog Tips

Revealed — The Root Reason So Many Pets Today Are Sick

No wonder so many pets struggle with health issues these days. This brew of chemically altered proteins disrupts the natural balance their body tries to maintain, making it difficult to digest, process, and assimilate nutrients — and leads to at least 16 other vexing conditions.
— 6 min read
overweight labrador retriever
Dog Tips

Does Your Dog Live for Feeding Time? This Might Be Why

Some dogs appear insatiable — they can gorge themselves on food and treats and be right there for the next meal. What to do if this describes your dog, and what researchers found when they looked closely at the breed most notorious for a healthy appetite and expanding waistline.
— 6 min read
heart murmurs in dogs
Dog Tips

Could These Signs Mean Your Dog's Heart Is in Danger?

Veterinarians once thought only older dogs could develop heart murmurs (unless it was present at birth), but now researchers have discovered that they are far more common, even in younger dogs. Because a heart problem can emerge at any time, know the five signs that your pup may be in trouble.
— 8 min read
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