Purebred dogs, like these Basset puppies, are bred to preserve breed characteristics, like size, color, and personality. Credit: Lisa Van Dyke | Getty Images While we always encourage people looking for a dog or puppy to check shelters and rescues, a purebred dog may be the …
Bringing home a new dog is an exciting time and it can be made easier by being well prepared. Credit: Kate O’Connor Even if you grew up in a family that had dogs, getting a dog of your own for the first time is a big …
The pharmacist made a typo on the last name of this prescription, but the dog’s first name is spelled correctly. Shirley Zindler is the president and founder of the Dogwood Animal Rescue Project, a foster-based, nonprofit animal rescue organization based in Sonoma County, California. Zindler started …
This may seem like an unlikely scenario, but with cabin season fast approaching it’s good to know what you can do to de-skunk your dog if sprayed. Here are five steps to cleaning up the stink without using up your entire supply of tomato juice. 1. …
Syringomyelia in Small Dogs by Jana Rade |Updated 05-08-2024 Who doesn’t love small dogs? They make loving companions and faithful friends. Their size and adorable looks do, however, come at a price. Tiny dogs can face significant health challenges; you might be familiar with …
Fleas are easily picked up on walks, and it’s strongly believed there’s a connection between fleas and the bacteria Bartonella. Credit: Kobkik | Getty Images Bartonella may make you think of cat-scratch fever, but it is being recognized as the cause of a potentially serious illness …
As your dog sleeps peacefully on the couch with her head on the armrest, her paw starts to quiver and twitch like she’s running. Then comes that adorable soft bark. You wonder, is she chasing a squirrel around the backyard or running away from something scary …
Animal Therapy for Autism By John Brooks Over several years, animals and people have interacted beautifully. However, the psychological implications of using autism therapy dogs to help autistic individuals are new but have beautiful results. There have been several findings by caregivers and health providers that …
Cocker Spaniel allergies are one of the top reasons pet parents take their dogs to the veterinarian. If you suspect your Cocker Spaniel has allergies, it’s likely because your dog is itching incessantly, has skin issues, ear infections, and may even be vomiting or having loose …