Tips To Gain The Trust Of An Abused Dog Many people like to get their new dog from a rescue home or local dog society. Sometimes (but certainly not always) these dogs have come from a very unfortunate background and have been abused; training such a dog presents challenges that [...]
Many dogs enjoy going for a car ride. They stick their heads out of the back window and let the breeze bring to them scents of new places. You know that dogs can enjoy a car ride, but yours doesn’t seem to be, and you don’t seem to be able [...]
Don’t let your pet wander while moving your items into your new home. The most important part of the packing and moving processes is safety, and this goes for everyone in the family, including the dog, cat or other pets. Being assured that your animals are safe and out of [...]
Can Dogs Eat Grapes? Dogs can’t eat grapes! Though many people may think grapes are a good treat for dogs, they would be mistaken. Grapes can actually cause kidney failure in dogs, though the reasons why aren’t certain. In fact, all it takes is a small quantity to make your [...]
Can Dogs Eat Peaches? Dogs Can eat peaches, but be careful! Dogs can eat peaches, but it is not always best for them. Like the majority of fruits, dogs can eat bananas, apples, orangesand others. Dogs should never have the pits however. A peach pit has cyanide in it which [...]
Can Dogs Eat Strawberries? Dogs Can eat strawberries! Fortunately for your dog, strawberries are ok to eat. Strawberries are one of the most popular and tasty fruits in the world. Though we as humans enjoy adding these delicious red fruits to desserts, cream, or chocolate, be sure to avoid these [...]
Can Dogs Eat Chocolate? Dogs can’t Eat Chocolate! Though many human foods are safe in moderate amounts, chocolate is not one of them. Chocolate can make dogs very ill and can even be fatal. Veterinarians say it is the most common cause of dogs being poisoned. There is no safe [...]
Can Dogs Eat Watermelon? Dogs Can Eat Watermelon! Watermelon is a great summer treat for both humans and dogs! If you are eating a refreshing slice of watermelon, don’t be afraid to share some with your dog, especially when the weather is hot. The high fluid content in watermelon can [...]
Our senior dogs are living longer and healthier lives due to better nutrition, owner care and advances in veterinary medicine. Many toy breeds have a life expectancy well into their late teens or early twenties. Many larger breeds have doubled their life spans in the past few decades. What is [...]
As our dogs get older, they become subject to a number of age-related diseases such as canine diabetes. Diabetes in older dogs is a common metabolic disorder in which insufficient insulin is produced to process the amount of glucose required for energy. Alternatively the dog’s insulin receptors may be insensitive [...]