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.
short legged dogs
Dog Tips

What's It Like to Have a Short-Legged Pet?

Do 'shorties' require more visits to the veterinarian? Can they get around by themselves? Know the special needs of short-legged pets and the extra steps you can take to help them live a happy, healthy and comfortable life.
7 min read
acral lick dermatitis in dogs
Dog Tips

This 'Harmless' Obsession Can Quickly Degrade to Infections

Starts with what you could easily overlook as an annoying habit, but can trigger other issues like festering non-healing sore spots and nasty secondary infections. To catch it fast and nip it before infection stage, look for this telltale symptom every day. You'll be glad you did.
6 min read
prey drive in dogs
Dog Tips

How to Recognize Prey Drive in Your Dog

Chasing, hunting and herding other pets or wildlife are key signs that your dog is acting on his prey drive. So, while you can't - and shouldn't - try to eliminate this instinct in your pup, you can provide healthy outlets so your dog can express this behavior in an acceptable way.
4 min read
confident dog breeds
Dog Tips

The 8 Most Confident Dog Breeds — Do You Have One at Home?

What does it take for a dog to feel and act confident and balanced? How can you help yours be more confident? Given the right environment and caretaker, any dog, in my opinion, can become confident and balanced. Plus: the secret to a sensational dog - how does yours rate?
5 min read
minor dog emergencies home remedies
Dog Tips

Keep These 3 Items at Home — They're Instant Home Remedies

From small cuts to close encounters with skunks and many other minor mishaps, you'll be glad you had these items at home and on hand. Then you can deal with these 8 incidents as they happen - no need to run out and buy supplies at inconvenient times. Get prepared today.
6 min read