Pet air transport is highly regulated, with policies and fees varying by airline and destination. Here are some important things you need to know about flying with your dog. Advance Preparations First, make sure your dog is suited to air travel. Don’t force the issue if your pup is elderly, ill, injured, aggressive, or overly … Read more
Pet-Proofing Your Home In my last article, I talked about how I am looking to move with my boy. I focused on how to make the transition easier for him. One should also be thinking about the other important aspect of pet-proofing your home. I haven’t found a house yet, but I’m still thinking about … Read more
Pup Pee Poo Palace Having a puppy involves not only happy moments and positive emotions but also responsibilities and consistent schedules and rules to make the house-training process easier. Traditional potty training can be a challenging and lengthy process, especially if you are busy and cannot spend all your time with your new puppy. Introducing … Read more
Vicious Canine Taking Legal Action After a Dog Bite Dogs are supposed to be man’s best friend and, while this is often true, there are certainly exceptions to the rule. Every day, innocent civilians find their lives drastically impacted by the attack of a vicious canine. If you’re one of the countless victims of a … Read more
X is for Xoloitzcuintli (Xolo) Mexican Hairless Dog (Updated from April 2015) The Xoloitzcuintle (zoh-loh-eets-KWEENT-lee), or Xolo for short, is more commonly known as the Mexican Hairless dog. It is an Aztec name, Xolotl meaning god, and itzcuīntli meaning dog. Isn’t it cute? The Mexican Hairless Dog comes in three sizes — toy, miniature and … Read more
Things First Time Dog Owners Need Few things bring more joy in life than owning your first dog. By bringing home a dog, you will have a great friend and companion for the foreseeable future. First-time dog owners will need to stock their home with several items to keep the dog healthy and entertained. Everyone … Read more
There is No Cure for Rabies Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. Although rabies is less common in domestic dogs and cats than it used to be, it is still possible to become infected with this lethal virus. Veterinary vaccinations have drastically reduced infections in dogs and cats, but exposure to strays or visiting … Read more
Check Your Dog for Ticks and Other Illnesses Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. Being a dog owner means not only loving your dog but also ensuring they stay in good health and happy. In addition to your dog’s annual vet visit, there are some simple, and often enjoyable, ways to check your dog … Read more
Chocolate is Toxic to Dogs Most people know that chocolate is toxic to dogs. But why is it that dogs can’t eat chocolate, and what should you do if your dog gets accidentally into your candy stash? Chocolate is toxic to dogs, but why? Chocolate contains a bitter, poisonous alkaloid called theobromine, which stimulates the … Read more
Goldfish are one of the most commonly purchased types of fish for beginners. Some people buy goldfish as a starting hobby, while some others buy them for their kids. Goldfish are just universal; people of all ages can take care of them, and they can fit in every possible aquarium size, so why not provide … Read more