Don’t Wait! Prevent Collar Accidents
I’m not one of those dog owners who has her dogs wrapped in cotton wool, constantly looking to protect them from any and all...
Canine Knee Injury? Brace Yourself
Ten years have passed since WDJ explored “conservative management” – the nonsurgical treatment – of knee ligament injuries (see “Saying ‘No’ to Surgery,” February...
Maintaining and Protecting Your Dog’s Paws During Winter
The sky was a brilliant blue, with glimmers of sparkling snow flashing across the path ahead as a light breeze blew it into the...
Does My Dog Need a Coat?
To help our beloved friends we can add an extra layer of warmth for insulation, but when does a dog need a coat?
Helping You Keep Track: Activity Trackers for Dogs
I’ve been a FitBit user since 2013. When my dog is off-leash, I’ve often wondered about the overall distance of his adventures, since when we hike, he often runs ahead and doubles back, frequently...
“Quarantrain” Your Dog: How to Train Your Dog While Staying Home
See that dog surfing your counter as you read this? You know, the one who jumps on you during your Zoom calls? That’s your ticket to 2020 happiness. The opportunity to “quarantrain” your furry...
What Canine Conditions is CBD Proven to Treat Successfully?
Researchers are looking at CBD from a variety of angles: Is it effective? How does the canine body absorb, synthesize, and metabolize CBD? What is the recommended dosage for different ailments in canine patients?
Savor The Flavor: Slow Feeder Device Test
Can your dog make an entire bowl of food disappear faster than you can say, “Bon appétit?” Has he ever inhaled a bowl of food so fast he vomited it back up a few...
Positive Reinforcement Training Without Treats
I use treats when I train. So do my clients. Now that positive reinforcement training has a 25-year-plus track record in the dog world (supported by studies that affirm its effectiveness), the use of treats...
Kidnapped From Planet Dog
A secret thought – unutterable even to family members – keeps more than a few new-puppy owners up at night: “What if this was a mistake?” New owners tell me, sometimes in a whisper, that...
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A Diagnosis for Foster Puppy Coco’s Strange Gait
Since I last wrote about Coco, the little dog with the strange gait (her front feet move normally, but she can only...
