Feeding apples to your dog is a good idea. They are rich in potassium, Vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants. The antioxidants, potassium, and vitamins will make your dog healthier while the fiber assists in digestion. Because of their low calories, apples are great treats if you are looking for a treat that will…
Dogs have an amazing sense of smell. They have approximately 300 million olfactory receptors which make their sense of smell almost 100,000 times better than humans. As such, dogs pick on up scents that humans can’t. Dogs typically know their owners by their scent. Once your dog picks your scent, he will know exactly how…
Dog bite laws vary from state to state. When the incident happens, the state will typically hold a hearing to determine if the dog poses a threat to the public. For instance, if it has been trained to attack, fight or kill, there is a good chance it will be euthanized. However, in some jurisdictions,…
Flehmen response in dogs refers to when a dog curls his upper lip to facilitate the movement of scents into the vomeronasal organ (VNO). The VNO is found in the roof of the mouth and when the dog curls its lips, it exposes the organ which makes it easier for it to pick the scent…
You are taking a walk with your delightful puppy when, all of a sudden, he lifts one hind leg up in the air and then limps a bit. This gets you concerned and as you try to figure things out, the pup touches down with the leg and moves on with his life. Over the…
Puppies have some of the most awake, innocent, and beautiful eyes in the world. When they look at you, they appear helpless and baby-like and you can move the world for them. It is as though these sweet little things know this and takes advantage of it to get out of trouble. Their eyes can…
No parent dreams of taking their dog to the vet to be operated on.Yet, many dogs undergo surgical operations at some time in their lives. Pets get into accidents all the time needing medical attention. Sometimes, they go under the knife to treat a medical condition that comes up from the blues. Other times, your…
Watching a dog give birth is an exciting yet scary experience for any pet owner. If it is your first time, this is certainly going to blow your mind. As soon as the dam goes into labor, you almost go into labor yourself. You have to stay close to her and make sure she’s able…
Non-traditional pain relief strategies have become the go-to option for many people these days. More and more medics are embracing this route as it offers many advantages over traditional medicine. The reason is that they are non-addictive yet effective in managing pain. Cold therapy, for instance, has a reduced risk of overdose or side effects…
Getting your dog papered exposes him to lots of opportunities. The registration papers will prove that your dog is a pure breed and he will be allowed into AKC events and gets lots of goodies like insurance. But there are some basic requirements for your dog to get his papers. For instance, you need to…