What To Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate
Eating chocolate can threaten your dog’s life – or just pose a threat of vomit. How to know whether your dog’s chocolate consumption is an emergency, and what to do if it is.
All About Mites on Dogs
Let’s look at what mites on dogs look like and how to get rid of them.
What is Parvovirus in Dogs?
Canine parvovirus type 2 (also known as CPV, CPV2, or just “parvo”) has been sickening and killing dogs and puppies since 1976, the year...
Healthy Dog Gums vs Unhealthy Dog Gums: The Colors to Watch Out For
Did you know that the color and condition of your dog’s gums can give you important clues about her health? Paying attention to these...
Balancing dual threats: Protecting puppies against viral disease and behavioral problems
Puppies who are born to mothers who have been vaccinated against parvovirus and who have had an ample opportunity to nurse in the first...
Reverse Sneezing in Dogs
What is a reverse sneeze and what causes it?
Can Dogs Get Concussions?
If dogs can get concussions, how do they happen and what can be done? Let’s explore.
How Long are Dogs in Heat?
Discover symptoms of a heat cycle and how long, often and what to expect from a dog in heat.
All About UTIs in Dogs
Urinary tract infections in dogs are very common, especially in females. Early treatment will prevent serious illness, so learn to recognize the dog UTI symptoms and which dogs are at greatest risk.
How to Find Relief for Arthritis in Dogs
Just like the humans they live with, dogs often develop arthritis as they age. The most common form is osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint...
Unhealthy Gums? It Could Be Canine Gum Disease
We often pay attention to our dog’s teeth, but the gums supporting those teeth are just as important. Unfortunately, they’re frequently ignored. As a...
Trazodone for Dogs: Usage, Dosage, and Side Effects
Trazodone is an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) medication that is also used for short-term sedation. It’s not classified as an analgesic (pain-relieving medication), so why are...