Once you have identified the underlying cause of your dog’s itchiness, there are a number of home remedies that can be used to help. Credit: chris-mueller | Getty Images When itching starts, consider what might have caused that reaction. Home remedies for itchy dogs might help, …
A reliable recall can take time to teach but the rewards are worth it. Credit: supersizer | Getty Images How to teach a dog to come when called is simple…at least in theory. In reality, newer handlers—and plenty of experience ones, too—often struggle with feeling like …
Their leashes are taut at this moment, but they aren’t pulling. I generally use longer (6-foot) leashes, which is probably why the leashes aren’t more slack, but I really like these 4-foot ones from Baumutt, which are comfortable in the hand and light. Of course we …
If you notice itching, crusting, or hair loss, you can try an over-the-counter medicated shampoo and flea control (if you see fleas), but if you don’t see immediate results, you need to contact a veterinarian. Credit: Bun_Visit | Getty Images Dogs can have many different skin …
Can dogs really be taught to communicate their wants and needs using dog talking buttons? Credit: Bogdana Pashkevich | Getty Images The talking button craze began when speech language pathologist Christina Hunger applied the same technology she used with children to her puppy, Stella. Hunger taught …
From walks to enrichment toys, there are a lot of ways to provide good mental stimulation for dogs. Credit: alexei_tm | Getty Images Dog or human, nobody likes being bored. While some boredom is inevitable—this is, after all, real life we’re talking about—proper mental stimulation for …
Heartworm is transmitted through a mosquito bite. If your dog contracts heartworm, the sooner treatment is started the better your dog’s life expectancy. Credit: taaree | Getty Images Without treatment, heartworm disease will shorten a dog’s natural life expectancy. With treatment, especially if the disease is …
