The Problem With, “May I Pet Your Dog?”
It used to be that if folks wanted to pet your dog, they just reached out and did it. Happily, in today’s more well-informed...
Bloat in Dogs is Deadly
Stomach bloat is something that every dog owner should be aware of. Knowing the early signs of bloating in dogs and the best ways...
Help! Why Does My Dog Eat Poop?
Why do dogs eat poop – especially their own? It’s so gross! There’s nothing worse than when your dog eats a fresh piece of...
Are Eggs Good for Dogs?
Dogs have been stealing eggs for thousands of years, and for good reason. Eggs from chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, quail, and other birds are safe, nutrition-boosting additions to any dog’s diet. They can be...
Do Dogs Need Sunscreen?
On sunny days, we rub sunscreen on ourselves and our kids, but what about our dogs? Should we protect them, too? Yes! – some dogs absolutely benefit from sunscreen!
What dogs need sunscreen?
Hairless breeds, dogs...
How to Identify Tick Bites
It’s been a long day and you’re finally enjoying some quiet time with your dog. Your fingers are coursing through his coat when you feel a small lump on his skin. Parting his fur,...
On Guard – What to Do When Your Dog Starts Resource Guarding
I confess: Every once in a while, I take advantage of my role as WDJ’s editor and ask an author to write about something that I, personally, need to learn about for the health of...
How To Help Your Dog Lose Weight
You would think by now I’d have learned my lesson and stopped telling people that their dogs are overweight. After all, I nearly lost one of my best friends over a spontaneous comment I...
Pup Won’t Go? Steps to Take for Puppy Leash Training
You just brought your new puppy home and you can’t wait to head out on that first walk. You’ve been picturing this happy moment forever. You pop on the leash, swing open the door...
Improve Your Dog’s Microbiome with Probiotics for Dogs
Probiotics (“friendly” or beneficial microorganisms) are everywhere these days – in all kinds of foods and supplements designed for humans and dogs. People used to wonder, “What do probiotics do?” Today, we might wonder...
Dog Sitter Checklist
At last! You have an opportunity to travel, go on vacation, or attend a fabulous “destination wedding.” But what about your best friend? Who will take care of your dog while you’re away from...
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Cultural differences (and what are we doing wrong?)
Last month, my sister-in-law and my almost-13-year-old niece, Ava, spent two weeks in France, visiting my sister-in-law’s mother and stepfather, who live in Paris....