Being a responsible dog owner, you’ll want to stay alert for any signs of your favorite canine going blind or starting to lose their vision. Of course, you should always ask your veterinarian. Here’s a checklist to help you pick up on any signs that your dog might be going blind.
Can dogs drink fruit juices safely? The quick answer is not a simple yes or no. It depends on the fruit juice, and there are plenty of exceptions for individual dogs. Here’s what you should know about giving fruit juices to dogs.
Pet hazards lurk in festive foods, decorations, and schedule and environment changes. Take the following precautions this Thanksgiving, as you could suffer emotional and financial stress caused by a pet’s holiday health crisis if you’re not careful.
We don’t want to leave our pups at home. It’s hard to find a sitter this time of year, and our dogs are family, too. Having to travel with your dog can be difficult, and the holidays present some additional challenges. Here are nine essentials that you’ll want to have if you travel with your dog over the holidays.
Can dogs eat turkey? The short answer is yes. Dogs can eat turkey, but this comes with a few caveats. Plain, white meat turkey with no bones will usually make for a safe treat for pups, but there are plenty of exceptions. And as always, you must ask your vet before sharing human foods with your dog.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Make sure you set your table, cook the turkey, and leave a dog-safe plate out for your best friend–your pooch! Watch this video for the top ten reasons why you need to make sure your pup has a place with your family this Thanksgiving.
Although Chihuahua puppies are tiny, their personalities are anything but! These quirky, loyal, always-by-your-side pups are straight-up hams who will capture your heart immediately. Before you adopt and bring home the Chihuahua pup of your dreams, here are a few things you should know.
Endocarditis in dogs is an infection or inflammation of the lining of the inner surface of the heart, known as the endothelium. Sometimes it is referred to as endocardiosis. It’s uncommon, which means vets sometimes overlook or misdiagnose it, and this is dangerous because the it’s often fatal if it goes untreated.
Does your dog like to be in the kitchen while you’re cooking for Thanksgiving? The dogs in these pictures are ready to celebrate Thanksgiving with you any way they can, especially if it involves gobbling up some dropped treats. Happy Turkey Day!
Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful and show your gratitude for the many blessings in your life. If you’re lucky, those blessings include dogs! Our pups give use so much to be grateful for all year long. So this Thanksgiving, make sure to give your pup plenty of thanks!
Can dogs drink milk? The quick answer is that it depends. Most of the time, a little bit of milk isn’t going to be harmful or toxic. But there are exceptions, and dogs can face several health issues if they drink milk in high quantities or over a long period of time.
Excess protein in dogs’ urine can be an abnormality that’s easily remedied by dietary changes, or it can be a condition called proteinuria, which is a sign of conditions that can be quite serious. This often happens gradually in older dogs, but it can also result from kidney disease or other medical issues.
The family feast can be a lot of fun for everyone, but it can also be dangerous for our dogs. That’s why it’s so important to remind ourselves of some basic Thanksgiving safety tips to protect our furry family members. Here are a few helpful bits of advice for keeping dogs safe on Thanksgiving.
If you can believe it, Thanksgiving is just around the corner. This year, let your dogs get in on the holiday family fun by preparing special Thanksgiving dishes for them. Here are seven safe Thanksgiving-style recipes your dog can enjoy this holiday season!
There’s a reason why corgi pups are the kings and queens of internet memes. Those short, stubby legs! That head tilt! The weird, long, bread loaf bodies! Those adorable, emotion-filled faces! If you’re thinking about going from just giggling at Corgi memes to owning one IRL, here are a few things you should know!
Hematochezia in dogs is the medical term for the appearance of bright, red blood in stools. Usually this happens when there’s bleeding in a dog’s lower digestive system. It can be a symptom of anything from a dog swallowing a small object to more serious medical conditions like tumors.
When those who serve our country return home, they deserve to be welcomed in the best way possible. In honor of Veterans Day, here are eight dogs who can’t hide their joy after reuniting with their service member moms.
A trained PTSD service dog can provide a sense of security and have a calming effect on veterans, help with episodes of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, and they can also be loving companions. Additionally, organizations train them to respond to PTSD episodes and help bring their humans back to a relaxed state.
Thanksgiving is a tradition centered around a delicious meal shared with friends and family. While we mostly think of the humans we love with this tradition, we can’t forget our four-legged family members. Use these tips to make a grand Thanksgiving feast for your dog this holiday season.
November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. While the diagnosis of cancer can be very heartbreaking, we wanted to shed light on some happy stories that will hopefully show the sheer strength and will power dogs can have. Here are nine dogs who survived cancer.
Some service members have spent weeks, months, or years apart from their families, including their dogs. So it’s no wonder that their furry companions are so happy to see them when they return home. Here are some heartwarming videos of soldiers reuniting with their best friends in honor of Veterans Day.