Common Canine Illnesses and Ways to Avoid Them...

A dog can’t tell you when he is feeling sick. Paying attention to his behavior and habits will give you a clear sign when something is wrong. Here are some common canine illnesses and ways to avoid them. Dogs can develop flea infestation. While fleas do not embed themselves in a dog’s coat, they do feed off of the dog’s skin. To avoid fleas from invading your dog’s body, avoid taking the dog for walks in wooded...

Black Dog Syndrome: No Home Based on Color Alone...

What is black dog syndrome? Black dog syndrome has nothing to do with the physical health, behavior, or anything else of black dogs. It’s not an illness, condition, or disease. It’s not contagious. What it is is a sad and surprising statistic: black dogs in adoption situations often take significantly longer to be adopted than their brown, white, and speckled counterparts. For example, at the Pasadena Humane Society...

Adult Dogs-The Advantages of Adopting One...

The obvious advantages of getting an adult dog eliminates the amount of time and attention it takes to house train, although depending on the breed and age of the adult dog, the benefits are numerous. These are the reasons why. * One of the most advantageous benefits of getting an adult dog is that they have an established personality. * They will not require as much time and attention as a puppy. * You can choose an adult...

Second Hand Smoking and Dogs...

Recent coverage of the risks of second hand smoking, such as an article in USA Today, unveiled some interesting statistics. Namely, second hand smoke has been proven as harmful to dogs and cats, and perhaps even more interestingly, people who know that smoking is bad for themselves may be more motivated to quit when they learn that smoking also harms their pets. Pet Health Impact of Secondhand Smoking First, let’s look at...

Pet Travel Safety: How To Keep Pets Safe While Tra...

Pet travel safety is essential to any long or medium-length trip, and even just driving to the vet. Whether it’s across the state, the country, or even the globe, knowing how to travel safely with a pet is important for the success of the trip and the health of the pet alike. Reasons for Pet Travel Sometimes bringing your pet on vacation is a choice. The dog is part of the family, and the family’s renting a cabin for a...

Dog Cancer Treatment Options For Dogs Diagnosed wi...

There is nothing quite as devastating for dog owners than hearing that their beloved family dog has cancer. Just like humans; animals too can develop cancers and tumors. Detecting the signs of cancer early on and using various dog cancer treatments offers your dog the best options regarding being cured from this extremely deliberating disease. As there is a wide assortment of cancers; discussing the various dog cancer...

Best 12 Grooming Tips for your Family Dog...

Just as proper grooming is important for humans, so too ensuring that your dog remains healthy is part of the grooming experience. Here are the best 12 grooming tips for your family dog. * Depending upon the breed of the dog, that is, long-haired or short-haired, regular brushing should be part of the grooming routine. This prevents the hairs from matting and ensures a continuous healthy coat. * Bathing a dog is usually...

Dog Toys: Do’s & Don’ts...

The best dog toys are ones that are not harmful to the dog, but gives him or her hours of fun. Here are some do’s and don’ts when purchasing a dog toy. Depending on the breed, some dogs prefer a particular toy over others. In fact, while it may not be a toy at all, some dogs may become attached to an inanimate object much like a child will hang on to a security blanket.My dog loves her stuffed animal...

Tips On Introducing a Second Dog Into Your Home...

Let’s assume you have a Shiba Inu at home and have decided to acquire another one as a companion. Here are some tips to help your dog get along with the second dog. Before we get into the whys and wherefores, it is important to remember that any new member of the pet family will encounter a rigorous and sometimes jealous stance when a new pet arrives. If you think about it, some children who are presented with a newborn...

Worms: Top Ten Ways to Prevent Them in Your Dog...

Unfortunately, dogs can develop worms quite early in life. Here are the top ten ways to prevent them in your dog. 1. One of the major causes of tapeworms is attributed to fleas and lice. Brush your dog regularly with a flea comb and keep a watchful eye for any odd behavior exhibited by your dog. Dogs that ingest fleas, for example, can develop tapeworms. Thus, it is necessary to determine whether or not your home or yard...