More Calories For Fido With Winter Coming On?
There’s no doubt about it. Cold weather increases calorie requirements for a dog. It takes more calories to maintain weight in 20-degree weather than...
Do Dogs Recognize Themselves in the Mirror?
If you put some tape on the forehead of a chimpanzee or a dab of cream on his nose, he will see those things...
Doggie Doors With Facial Recognition
Raccoons, opossums, stray cats…these are just some of the uninvited guests who may make their way through your pet’s doggie door, according to the...
Giving Your Dog Time to Sniff on Walks Will Literally Soothe His Heart
We have often said to let your dog sniff to his heart’s content while on walks because the aim for him isn’t to cover...
Dear Doctor: October 2022
But where to put the poop that you pick up?
Q: We know it’s important to pick up your dog’s poop to protect the environment....
Little Dogs, Big Health Concerns
Nearly one out of every two dogs in the U.S. weighs less than 25 pounds, making small and toy dogs the biggest single category...
Short Takes: September 2022
Brush Your Short-Haired Dog, Too
Even short-haired breeds like beagles and boxers require regular brushing, not just Afghans and collies. Why?
Brushing doesn’t just make...
Have You Been Practicing Proper Pet Food Hygiene?
Are you aware of the Food and Drug Administration’s pet food hygiene guidelines for minimizing the spread of harmful bacteria in your home that...
National Spoil Your Dog Day Coming Up
August 10 is National Spoil Your Dog Day, offering you an official excuse to go the extra mile for your canine pal with a...
Short Takes: August 2022
Canine Itching Remedy In
Your Own Medicine Chest
Just like us, sometimes dogs get a nasty itch that keeps them scratching. A short-term treatment can...
Rawhide Not Like Chewing Gum In Terms of Calories
Because your dog takes time chewing a piece of rawhide, you might assume it’s like chewing gum and doesn’t provide any (or many) calories,...
Poolside Safety Precautions
When it’s summertime and the weather is hot, many dogs, like their human families, enjoy splashing around in a pool, lake, or at the...
