Dog breeds with low separation anxiety are the topic today. If you love dogs but have a full-time job, you want a breed that doesn't mind being home alone. Otherwise, you'll find yourself coming home to a house full of shredded items or furniture and maybe even an angry … [Read more...]
Can Puppies Swim? Answering an Often Asked Question
Can puppies swim? I see this question often in dog forums. Whether an owner wants to teach their puppy to swim or just wants to know if they'll be okay should they find themselves in water, the question is asked quite frequently. Today, we're going to answer the … [Read more...]
How Often Do Dogs Need To Pee – Small Breed Edition
How often do dogs need to pee? It's a question you'll find all over the place if you read dog forums even a little bit. In most cases, the people looking for answers own small dogs. Small breed dogs are tricky. Although in the end, they are dogs just like the big … [Read more...]
How Do You Punish Your Puppy?
How do you punish your puppy? That's another of those concerning questions I see in forums all the time. What's even more concerning are the answers. Of course, I'm reading dog lover forums, so you never see anything about corporal punishment and puppies or dogs, but I … [Read more...]
31 Behavior Changes in Dogs all Owners Should Watch For
Behavior changes in dogs can range from mild to severe, and they can be caused by a multitude of different reasons. As owners, it's important that we keep a watchful eye on our dogs to ensure that we spot any changes in their demeanor or behavior sooner rather than … [Read more...]
Dog OCD is Real – Know the Signs and Symptoms
Dog OCD is a real thing. These days, it's become commonplace to use the term OCD to mean being in a general state of disarray or unable to focus for almost any reason. However, that's not really what OCD is. OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, is a mental condition in … [Read more...]
Cancer in Dogs – How to Decide When Enough is Enough
Cancer in dogs is quite common, especially among older dogs. When I worked at the veterinary clinic, the vet once said, "If cancer isn't on your differential for older dogs, you don't know what you're doing." It's that commonplace. Of the fifteen dogs I've owned over the … [Read more...]
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