Keeping Your Dog Healthy

Trying to care for a limping dog at home can be a challenge. A limping dog is always a concern and should not be ignored. This is especially true if your dog starts to hobble around on three legs or needs help to stand up or climb stairs. The first […]

I used to own tri-colored Beagles and loved their long, adorable, soft ears. I remember the quiet flapping noise their ears made when they shook their heads vigorously. But I also recall a few trips to the vet when the ear flapping and head shaking advanced into a more severe

Does your dog’s tongue always seem to be hanging out of his mouth? If so, it is not too surprising. Dog’s have long tongues and they use them a lot! In most cases, a dog sticks his tongue out so he can pant and gain better access to oxygen. Additionally,

A lot of dog owners may not realize that dogs may sometimes need chiropractic care for their dogs. In fact, many people, including myself at one point, may not even realize that canine chiropractors even exist. But just like us, dogs get pinched nerves, muscular tension, and spinal and joint

Health problems of rescued dogs are very common once they have arrived at the shelter. So, if you are considering adopting a dog from a shelter or taking in a stray, you may wonder about how healthy your potential new dog may be. The most common type of health problems

If you have just adopted a puppy, you have probably done a lot of things to make your house safe for your new pooch. You have probably ensured that he won’t hurt himself by chewing on cords or other dangerous stuff like plants or sharp knives. You most likely guard

(This post contains Chewy affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.) Have you ever wondered if your dog needs to have his teeth checked? You probably take him to the vet at least once a year for his shots and

Dogs simply don’t live long enough! The average life of a dog is around 12 years, which varies depending on the size and breed of the dog. However, senior dog care is key as our furry friends age. We can do a lot to help our senior dogs stay healthy

Most dog owners who truly care about their canine family members will usually do anything to save them. When it comes to cancer, however, tough decisions may need to be made. Clear-cut choices are not always available. And cancer diagnososes can often become complicated. Most owners feel that cancer treatment

Earlier this year I took my dog to the vet for what I thought was a routine wellness visit. She needed some of her annual vaccinations and medicines. I also wanted to check on the status of a recently diagnosed, benign lipoma on her hind leg. It had grown a