Benefits of Socialization for Your Dog [updated] If you own a dog, you probably know that there are two sides to the pet ownership coin. On the one hand, there are the joys of having a pet. On the other, however, is the work that goes into keeping your pet happy, healthy and safe. The … Read more
World’s Biggest Dog Shows Dog shows are fantastic exhibitions where canine lovers present their pets to judges and spectators alike, with the possibility of some lucrative prizes to be won, along with the immense pride of owning a contest-winning dog. While numerous dog shows are held all over the world, there are a select few … Read more
How to Give Your Dog a Better Bath When you take a new pet into your home and life, you commit to feeding and caring for them. One of those responsibilities we all dread, none so much as your dog, is bath time. It is a necessary, but often trying part of your relationship. Some … Read more
When Pets Get Left Behind Floods, fire, natural disasters, the death of the pet owner, foreclosures, or moving to a place that doesn’t allow animals, are all occasions when pets get left behind. In itself, this is disastrous for the pet who has lost his natural family, his home, his neighborhood. He’s alone and scared; … Read more
The Benefits Of Having Pet Insurance If you have a pet, chances are you’re already spending plenty of money on your furry family member. Pet spending in the United States topped the $60 billion mark in 2015, and more than a quarter of that was in veterinary care. That’s why you should be aware of … Read more
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs Hip dysplasia in dogs, known as Canine hip dysplasia (CHD), is when a dog’s hips do not develop normally and the ball does not fit snugly into the socket, which creates stress on the joint. The hip joint consists of a “ball” on the femoral bone, and a “socket” on the hip … Read more
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