Leaving their litter is difficult for puppies. Being ripped off from family and placed in an entirely new environment often makes them very anxious. Anxiety can also be caused by new transitions, crate training, and extreme natural disasters such as lightning and thunderstorms. To ease anxiety, pet owners are turning to heartbeat dog toys. These…
Canine warts are unsightly but treating them may sometimes be unnecessary because they probably won’t disturb your Fido unless they occur in areas that interfere with his day-to-day activities. Besides, they typically disappear after a few weeks when your dog’s immune system builds a defense mechanism against them. Puppy warts, for instance, are likely to…
Fleas are dog’s worst nightmare. These nasty insects can affect the health and well-being of your dog in several ways. For instance, the scratching and irritation that they may cause to your furbaby can beyond imagination. These varmints also feed on the blood of your dog and can expose him to a wide range of diseases,…
A squeaker toy is the ultimate source of entertainment for a dog. It occupies his mind when you aren’t around or need some alone time. However, if you’ve ever been woken up in the middle by the irritating noise of your dog’s toy, you’ll appreciate the makers of non-squeaker dog toys. The frequency used in…
Like a newborn baby, a puppy is a small bundle of joy. The excitement of bringing one home is inexplicable. Unfortunately, the excitement comes with many nights of limited or uninterrupted sleep. Puppy in Training published an article claiming that a puppy generally pees 24 times a day. Of course, this figure is more of…
Dogs that gobble down their foods are not only at risk of overeating but also suffering from a wide range of gastrointestinal issues such as poor digestion, bloat, chocking, increased regurgitation, twisted stomachs, and general poor gut health. A slow dog feeder solves all these problems by restricting your dog’s teeth or tongue from accessing…
Sage, an herb belonging to the mint family, is a common spice around the world. It possesses an earthy, smoky flavor that takes any dish to the top. But in recent times, the popularity of sage is shifting from its cooking benefits to its spiritual and healing benefits. Native Americans and other cultures around the…
One minute, your fur baby will be all over the place playing and wagging his tail, the next one would find him sound asleep on the grass. Does he sleep way too much? Is everything okay with him? Perhaps he eats too much or he is under the weather? These are some of the questions…
Peanut butter is delicious, nutritious, and healthy. Like humans, dogs find it irresistible. This is why most dog treats in the market are enriched with this high-fat superfood. Apart from being healthy, peanut butter is also versatile. Whether you smear it over a lickmat, hide a pill inside it, stuff it in your dog’s favorite…
Seeing ticks on your dog is not just disgusting but also worrying, especially if you consider the fact that these little buggers pose health risks to your dog. Although most types of ticks will eventually drop off your dog after they have finished feeding, the process can take longer, during which time they could infect…