When I was about 5 years old, my family moved from the suburbs to a home in the country, and a couple years later, my parents bought my 13-year-old sister a horse—despite knowing nothing about horses themselves. Dusty was fast, spirited, and loved to run. He …
Shoes, plants, children’s toys, and electrical cords are among the many things that will need to be accounted for when puppy proofing your house. Credit: EllenMoran | Getty Images It never ceases to amaze me just how much stuff puppies can get into in even the …
You likely already have the ingredients you need to put together a good homemade flea shampoo for dogs. Credit: Manu Vega | Getty Images A single flea on your dog may not look like an infestation, but it could become one soon. The fastest way to …
When our dog gets sick after eating or doesn’t want to eat, many of us try different locations, new bowls, varied foods, all usually with little success. Start with a checkup with your veterinarian then, if all is well, use the suggestions in this article to …
Liver is often touted as a nutritional powerhouse for dogs that is packed with essential vitamins and minerals that can provide numerous health benefits. However, too much of a good thing can be harmful, so this organ meat may not be the best choice for your …
: If your dog socializes with other dogs, a vaccination for kennel cough may be a wise choice. If he isn’t vaccinated and develops a cough, consult your veterinarian rather than reaching for doxycycline. Credit: Foto Zlatko | Getty Images Over the weekend, your dog mingled …
Hunting wild rabbits comes naturally to pretty much all dogs and, if caught, that rabbit many pass along worms to your dog. Credit: Christopher Furlong | Getty Images Internal parasites or worms are of great concern to both canines and their people. In some cases, the …
