Have you ever watched your dog scratch his ears? If so, he may have dog allergies. Skin and allergy problems in dogs are not at all uncommon. The truth is dogs get allergies just like humans do. Unless you notice the symptoms, you may not realize that your dog truly has allergies. Dog allergy symptoms are different than the allergy symptoms people get. Here's what you need to know about dog allergy symptoms, causes, and treatment -- including some home remedies you can try … [Read more...]
Dog antibiotics and human antibiotics are, often, one in the same drug.But not always.So, in case you're wondering if you can give your dog some of antibiotics that you happen to have leftover from an earlier illness, here's what you need to know.Plus, some tips for giving your dog human supplements like Glucosamine, Chondroitin, and Fish Oil. … [Read more...]
There are many different dog training techniques out there. If you're like me, you've probably read books on how to train your dog, and maybe you've even taken your dog to obedience classes. With the many different methods, types, and styles of dog training, dog training problems can inevitably result -- depending on which one you choose and the breed and personality of your dog. Here's how to find the right dog obedience training method for you and your dog... … [Read more...]
It's that time of year again to start religiously using flea and tick prevention on your dog. Are you concerned about all of the chemicals in flea and tick preventatives these days? Fortunately, you can put your mind at ease, because there are some natural flea & tick control products that will keep those pesky critters off your dog!Case in point: the dogs pictured here are dealing with a bad case of fleas. They're covered in flea powder to try to get the fleas … [Read more...]
When you are potty training your dog, you will inevitably find accidents inside the house because you missed your dog's signal that she had to go outside. Even if you have successfully potty trained dogs in the past, you can still expect to find accidents with your new dog. When we got our first dog Nakita, we didn't know what we were in for with housebreaking. Potty training a dog takes time, no matter what, but what made it worse for us is Nakita is a Min Pin. Since her bladder is … [Read more...]
Have you tried to teach your dog to fetch a ball or a frisbee, but he won't bring it back to you? He'll only catch, but not fetch and return the item to you? Some dogs, when they're given the fetch command, are more focused on the item they caught than on actually bringing it back to you. To get a dog to follow-through takes a bit more training (and patience). Lots of dogs will chase after a ball or other retrieving toy, but when they get it they not only won’t bring it back, but actually … [Read more...]
Most people who have children have probably taken their kids to some form of daycare. Have you ever thought about taking your dog to daycare? Doggie daycare has been gaining in popularity over the past couple of years. It's a place that your dog can go to have fun during the day and not be stuck at home alone. For some dog owners, doggie daycare is the only option to prevent their dog from destroying their home (or his own crate) while they're gone. For others, it's simply a … [Read more...]
Most people who have dogs consider their dog part of the family. This is especially true if you don't have kids. I know that my husband and I consider both of our dogs (and our 2 cats!) to be our kids. So what do you do with your pet after he has passed away? You probably want to give him the same dignity and respect that you would give a family member. (I know we did.) A pet memorial is a great way to memorialize your dog after he has passed on. It's … [Read more...]
With the arrival of spring, many of us dog owners will start walking our dogs regularly again. Not only is walking your dog fun, but it's also great exercise -- for both of you! (This is especially great if you or your dog happened to put on a few extra pounds during the winter months!) Following are some tips to help you walk your dog without all that tugging. … [Read more...]
What do Poodles, Golden Retrievers and Maltese have in common? Answer: All 3 dog breeds are in the top 25 of the AKC's dog registration statistics. There is one dog breed that has been number 1 all 4 years that are charted. Can you guess which breed it is? See where your dog ranks. (Data is shown from 1999 to the present.) … [Read more...]
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