When my loyal companion falls victim to a scratch or cut, my first thought always rushes to how I can ease their pain and protect them from infection – just like I would for any family member. But is reaching for a staple in our human first-aid kits, like Bactine, a safe bet for dogs? […]

Key Takeaways: Keeping a puppy warm in a crate is important to ensure their comfort and well-being. Temperature recommendations for a puppy’s crate should be followed to create a suitable environment. To ensure a warm environment for the crate, seal the room and prevent cold air drafts, as well as insulate the crate and raise […]

Is the Behavior Normal? It’s a common behavior that many dog owners have observed: their furry friends sleeping with their bum facing them. It’s not uncommon to see your loyal companion lying on his side, legs extended, with his backside towards his bum facing you. But why do dogs sleep in this position? Is it […]

Can a Dog Have Tourette’s? Dogs are some of the most loyal and loving companions that humans can have. They are known for their unwavering loyalty, playfulness, and unique personalities. However, like humans, dogs can experience various health conditions affecting their behavior. One of these health conditions is Tourette’s Syndrome. Tourette’s Syndrome is a neurological […]

The Problem of Accidental Marijuana Ingestion in Dogs Marijuana is increasingly becoming legalized across the world. While this has brought many benefits to humans, it has also led to some unintentional consequences – one of which is accidental ingestion by dogs. Dogs are naturally curious creatures and will eat almost anything they come across, including […]

Our furry friends are more intelligent than most people give them credit for. They can feel sadness and love and even experience depression, just like humans. Some dogs, however, may have mental challenges that hinder their ability to function normally. Such dogs are commonly referred to as either being mentally challenged, retarded or disabled dogs. […]

One of the most common injuries that dogs experience is a torn ACL, which stands for anterior cruciate ligament. The cruciate ligament stabilizes a dog’s knee joint and keeps the bones from moving out of place. When it tears, it can cause your dog’s knees to feel pain and lose mobility. In many dogs, an […]

Mushrooms are fascinating fungi in various shapes, sizes, and colors. Some mushrooms are edible and the smells delicious, while others can be poisonous and lethal if ingested. Humans have used mushrooms for thousands of years for medicinal and culinary purposes, but can dogs also detect these fungi? Dogs have an incredible sense of smell, far […]

Giardia is a microscopic parasite that can cause diarrheal illness in humans and animals, including dogs. The parasite lives in the intestines of infected animals and is shed through their fecal material. While people can become infected with giardia through various means, such as drinking contaminated water or consuming food that infected animal feces have […]

Heartworm disease is a severe and potentially fatal medical condition, that affects dogs. It is caused by a parasitic worm called Dirofilaria immitis, transmitted from the heartworms infected dogs to other dogs through the bite of infected mosquitoes. The worms grow inside the dog’s body, often in the small blood vessels of the dog-tested heart […]