Even though luxated patella is not considered is not a condition that needs to be treated in the emergency room, getting your dog tested for this problem prevents it from becoming worse. Experts recommend that all dogs should be tested for this condition because a slipped kneecap can affect dogs [...]

Dog grooming is a lavish salon designed for the comfort and safety of your pet. Dog grooming is more than a way to keep your dog’s coat healthy and sleek. Dog grooming is not just a luxury for your canine companion, it is also a health requirement. Dog grooming is [...]

Every year hundreds of thousands of dogs are put to sleep in the United States. These are shelter dogs. Dogs that ran away from home, dogs that were dropped off at the shelter because their owners didn’t want them, and dogs that were taken from neglecting owners. This is a [...]

During the past century, there has always been a strong bond existent between British dog fanciers and the Dalmatian. It is said that these dogs have been known there for the past 200 years, and there has even been exploration of a theory that they are actually partially descended from [...]

In a shocking news story, head of the Center for Veterinary Medicine, CVM of the FDA, Dr Steven Sundlof says that some stores have not removed contaminated dog food from their shelves. Initially, the dog food recall involved Menu Foods which has recalled more than 100 brands of dog food. [...]

There is a large disparity between the life spans of dogs and humans. After having loved a pet and lost one, it seems unfair. The best we can do is to keep our friends as healthy as possible and “forever young.” Here are My Top 10 Ways to Keep Your [...]

Advantages What are some of the advantages of glucosamine as a treatment for that beloved family member? Dogs age much like people, and if their level of activity is high and their diet good they can remain very flexible and mobile for years. But like most of us, with age [...]

For active families who are looking for a versatile pet, German shepherd dogs must be on top of your choices. They can be a house pet and at the same time they can also be a working dog as guard or police dog. It is known to all that German [...]

Basically, there are only two types of Chihuahuas: longhair Vs short hair. You might have noticed several different terms like “teacup”, “apple head”, “deer head” and “toy” that are used to label these Chihuahuas. However, these terms are not officially recognized by major canine organizations like AKC or UKC. When [...]

It is sad but inevitable that the best friend which once had boundless energy and agility will eventually succumb to old age. With that in mind here are some simple recommendations designed to help extend the health and happiness of your dog in their latter years : A general loss [...]