If you own a kennel or manage an animal shelter you know how loud it can get inside. This is not only a nuisance for the occupants such as the employees, but it also can be a nuisance for those who may live within earshot of you. Since it is [...]

A once a year visit to the vet is a must for a healthy dog. During this annual visit your vet will check your dog’s heart rate, overall body health, perform a fecal and blood check to diagnose parasites, and keep your dog up to date on vaccinations. A simple [...]

The Siberian husky is included in the working group dogs. They are medium sized dogs with a double layer of fur that protects them from extreme weather conditions, the furs acts as insulations for their body against cold and heat. The fur is often pure white, gray and white, copper-red [...]

The English Foxhound is a very active dog that was used to hunt in packs. She does well with other dogs due to her heritage. She is not considered a family pet because she really needs other dogs and she also must be exercised extensively. She is a very healthy [...]

Looking for a way to reward your dog for being great or doing something spectacular? Dog treats are the perfect answer, as canines love them and they are relatively cheap. Many people do not use dog treats like they are supposed to be used, and abusing treats, or using the [...]

Is your dog a couch potato? Does your dog have a weight problem? Are you worried about his health? Consider that if exercise is important to us and our health, does it not go without saying that exercise for your dog is just as important? Exercise can help not only [...]

Pancreatitis in dogs occurs when digestive enzymes in the pancreas begin to break down tissue. This life-threatening disease usually affects older, female dogs. Breeds such as miniature poodle, miniature schnauzer, and cocker spaniel also have an increased risk. Causes Dog pancreatitis can occur for no known reason. There are also [...]

During the last few decades many people have, justifiably,, decided to remove meat and dairy products from their diets. Whether they determine to become a vegan or a vegetarian, most feel their decision has improved their physical and spiritual well-being. Many of these people also own one or more dogs. [...]

Do you have an outside dog? In some parts of the country, it is almost unheard of to let a dog live outside in the yard. In other places, this is a fairly common way to keep the family pet. Living in suburban Chicago, I believed the weather was a [...]

Like humans, our canine friends can suffer back pain. It is especially prevalent in small breeds like Dachshund and Lhasa apso, but bigger breeds like German Shepherds and Great Danes can also suffer. Additionally, dogs that are overweight are more likely to have back problems than their leaner counterparts. Some [...]