Will the Rattlesnake Vaccine Protect My Dog?
The rattlesnake vaccine for dogs is controversial. It doesn't render dogs immune but minimizes tissue damage.
What To Expect From Your Dog’s Check Up at the Vet
How often your dog should be seen by your veterinarian, and what sort of routine screening diagnostics should be conducted, are highly dependent on...
How Long Are Dogs Pregnant For?
With the exception of dog breeders, many dog owners will have little experience with pregnancy in dogs. It may surprise you to learn that,...
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...
A Healthy House for Your Dog (and You, Too!)
Maintaining a healthy home is in everyone’s best interests. Here are simple steps that can lead to a healthier home environment for you, your...
Brachycephalic Dogs: Tragically Cute
Brachycephalic dog breeds, while incredibly cute, are the result of repeated passing on of genetic defects of the bones of the face and skull. While these anatomical defects create the cuteness we can’t resist, they also cause a multitude of problems.
Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs
According to its advocates, apple cider vinegar (ACV) is one of the least expensive, most versatile, and most effective canine health aids.
Applied topically it’s...
Cataract Surgery For Dogs
Cataracts can appear in aging dogs or dogs with diabetes. Is cataract surgery for your dog the best option? Learn more.
Help Your Dog With Allergies
Dogs are most commonly allergic to flea bites, and they can be allergic to certain foods, but environmental allergies often present the biggest challenge...
What Causes Excessive Thirst and Urination in Dogs?
Excessive thirst and urination (polyuria/polydipsia or PU/PD in veterinary terms) is a common complaint in dogs. Sometimes the owner doesn’t perceive it as a...
How to Choose CBD For Dogs
Supplements for pets that contain cannabidiol (CBD) – a derivative of the Cannabis plant that contains no psychoactive compounds – have exploded in popularity.
According...
What is the Best Flea and Tick Prevention for Dogs?
Many people tend to see flea treatments as unnecessary. Those people have never seen a seriously flea infested dog.