Signs of constipation in your dog include straining to defecate, small and hard poop, an infrequent bowel movements. MiraLAX may help. Credit: HyperStory | Getty Images MiraLAX is an over-the-counter laxative. It is an unflavored powder, which makes it perfect for mixing into your dog’s food …
: Learning to recognize how your puppy signals that she needs to go out is key in the potty training process. Credit: Christopher Biggs | Getty Images House training your puppy is all about consistency, attention to detail, and taking advantage of your puppy’s natural behaviors. …
Last updated:July 6, 2024 Have you ever wondered what your dog is trying to tell you with its barks, growls, and whines? Imagine if you could understand your furry friend’s every vocalization. Thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), this dream might be closer to reality …
Caption: Affection, safety, and positive reinforcement are among the most likely reasons your dog chooses to sit on your lap. Credit: Nevena1987 | Getty Images I don’t know about you, but I’ll freely admit I can’t speak dog or read a dog’s mind. If I could, …
: We recommend buying food from independent pet supply stores whenever possible, as these owners and managers are often better educated about nutrition and can help you make buying decisions based on your dog’s needs. Photo by Nancy Kerns. It’s getting increasingly difficult to neatly categorize …
Our Dog’s World They’ve been our best friends for ages, evolving next to us as our trustworthy and fluffy side-kicks. They seem to know all about us, never hesitating to jump on our laps when we’re sad. But have you ever wondered what our dogs would …
Here we go again. Fire season has arrived at our doorstep and the sky is full of smoke and fire-fighting air tankers dropping fire retardant. Fortunately, we have been here before and know what to do. Do you? Credit Nancy Kerns I am sure this is …
Photo: Terrae Weatherman Heading out on vacation this summer. Have you ever considered scheduling a morning of volunteering with an animal rescue near your hotel? Because dog withdrawal on vacation is real, y’all. Coco’s Animal Welfare in Playa del Carmen is one of many dog-loving nonprofits that …
The full length of this adult female’s spay incision was tattooed, but some spay/neuter tattoos are not as long. Photo by Nancy Kerns. Dogs who have been spayed or neutered may have a small tattoo on their abdomen, or “tummy.” Called a “sterilization indicator tattoo,” this …