Health & Wellness

Have a sick dog or a specific dog health question? Dog moms and experts share their personal and professional experiences with dog health issues. Lots of home remedies and tips from veterinarians to help your dog get better… fast! Your dog’s overall health and wellness depends 100% on you. Check these important warnings and updates that could affect your dog. Plus a slew of dangerous pet predicaments to avoid at all costs! Not sure where to begin

Start here –> Dog Health & Safety 101.

It can be confusing to sort through all the hype about dog vaccinations being safe or not. photo by Tobyotter on Flickr

Annual Dog Vaccinations & Pet Wellness Check-ups… Necessary Or Not?

We vaccinate our dog each year, though we have cut back in recent years. See why, along with some interesting myths & facts about pet wellness visits and annual dog vaccinations.

The Best Dog Dry Skin Home Remedies

If your dog has dry skin, he's not alone. This is a common issue with dogs. See what our vet recommended -- it worked for us! Plus all the best dog dry skin home remedies.

Invisible fence batteries keep your dog safe at home within the invisible fence system. photo by Rev. Xanatos Satanicos Bombasticos (ClintJCL) on Flickr

Money-Saving Tips To Replace Invisible Fence Batteries In Your Dog’s Collar

Here are the best places to find replacement batteries for your pet containment system, plus time- and money-saving tips for replacing the batteries yourself.

Dog Mange, Scabies & Sarcoptic Mites: My Dog Passed The Itchy Rash Onto Me!

We found our rescue dog under a dumpster. The vet diagnosed him with Sarcoptic Mites (aka Mange or Scabies) and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (a blood disease). He passed the Scabies onto ME and our other dog. Here's what it was like.

Home Remedies For Dog Vomiting

Most cases of dog vomiting will clear up within 24 hours or less using these tips. However, if your dog has not stopped vomiting within 24 hours, then you need to take your dog to to the vet because the vomiting is likely resulting from something more serious.

5 Skin Conditions Dogs Can Pass On To Humans

Here are 5 dog skin conditions that can be passed on to humans. However, believe it or not, your dog can pass a skin condition to you without having the skin condition himself! Here's what you need to know about dog skin conditions.

6 Ways To Get Help With Vet Bills After A Dog Emergency

If you are faced with a lot of expensive vet bills as the result of caring for a dog emergency, rest assured, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here are the best ways to find help with vet bills.

Dog Epilepsy: What Dog Seizures Look Like & What To Do During A Dog Seizure

Here's what you need to know -- and DO -- if you think your dog has had a seizure. Plus, some videos of dogs having seizures so you can see that dogs typically come out of seizures just fine -- even though the dog seizure itself can seem quite violent and scary.

Dog Joint Pain: What To Look For & How To Treat It Naturally

Does your dog suffer from joint pain? Here are some natural home remedies for treating dog joint pain. Plus tips on helping your older dog during his golden years.

Dog Allergy Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

If you have ever watched your dog scratching his ears he may have allergies. There are many different dog allergy symptoms to be on the look out for. Also there are several different treatments for dog allergies.

Human Antibiotics & Supplements That Are Safe For Dogs

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.