Dogs respond to human stress in any number of ways including snuggling close, getting nervous or withdrawn, or becoming highly excitable. Credit: yavdat | Getty Images Most dog owners don’t need a scientific study to tell them that dogs can pick up on—and be affected by—the …
If your dog enjoys the water and loves playing fetch, dock diving might be the sport for him. Credit: Julia Bri Photography Do you have a dog who zooms into lakes, creeks, and rivers at first sight? Does your dog live for fetch and toy play? …
Daily brushing can improve the overall health of your dog’s coat and help reduce dandruff. Credit: sonsam | Getty Images Dandruff in dogs isn’t a life-threatening disease, but dry skin flakes are messy, itchy, and unattractive. Worse, they can trigger allergic reactions in humans and signal …
People who had a “perfect” dog in their recent past often get frustrated with their new puppy, for failing to live up to their memory of how good the last dog was. Our memories tend to be a little revisionist, when it comes to this. Remember, …
Canicross is open to any breed or mix, but be sure you and your dog are healthy and well-conditioned before getting started. Credit: Raquel Pedrosa | Getty Images Canicross—the name comes from the words “canine” and “cross-country”—is, essentially, the sport of long distance trail running with …
Double-coated breeds like the Siberian Husky can shed a lot, especially during spring and fall. Credit: Niko_Cingaryuk | Getty Images All dogs shed, but some shed a lot more than others. Shedding removes old, damaged, or excess hair in a natural cycle that regulates body temperature …
Dogs experiencing hypoglycemia may show signs of being lethargic, weak, and disoriented. Prompt evaluation from a vet is important to determine the underlying cause and best course of action. Hypoglycemia in dogs is a condition in which your pup’s blood glucose (sugar) levels drop to below …
