Natural Probiotics for Dogs
When I think about natural probiotics for dogs, I think about yogurt. Yogurt that is made for humans is one of the best sources of probiotic-rich foods. In recent years, …
Health & Safety
Cone of Shame Alternatives
When my dog Sadie had surgery this past spring, I wanted to investigate cone of shame alternatives for her recovery. I knew she would be coming home from the animal …
How Dog Nutritional Needs Change as They Age
Now that my pups Sadie and Oscar are each considered to be a senior dog, I realize that their nutritional needs have changed along with their black fur that is …
Puppy Vaccine Schedule: When and Why Dogs Need Their Shots
If you have children, then you know the importance of a vaccine schedule. Well, it’s the same with a puppy. Vaccinations are essential for protecting puppies against various infectious diseases, …
How to Keep Your Dog Cool
While sunny months may seem like an ideal time for dog owners to be out and about with their pets, the hot weather can be harmful to dogs so you …
Superfoods for Dogs
Did you know that the superfoods for dogs are similar (if not the same) as the superfoods you may serve yourself? And, if staying healthy and fit is just as …
How to Find the Best Dog Leash for Walks
I never realized the importance of finding the best dog leash, collar or harness for your pup until we adopted two dogs. Before that we’d always had just one, and …
Understanding Puppy Body Language
You don’t have to wait until National Puppy Day to get a crash course in puppy body language. In fact, if you’ve recently adopted a puppy, this is important information …
What Can Dogs Not Eat
What can dogs not eat? Well, for the longest time I knew that chocolate was on the list. However, I thought that the list ended there. But then we adopted …
Is My Dog Overweight
Is your dog overweight? Does your dog need to make a New Year’s resolution to lose weight? As you likely know, that resolution is tops among humans. However, like humans, …