The dog is man (and woman’s) best friend. And we never like to see our cuddly canines in pain. Especially when that pain is accompanied by sad dog eyes, and no way for our best four-legged friend to tell us what is causing the discomfort. Inflammation is often what causes pain for our fur friends. […]
8-week-old Puppy It’s said that dogs are man’s best friends. Well, puppies can be everybody’s best friends. The tail wagging and sloppy kisses are good signs that your puppy is getting adjusted to his or her new home, and that is likely taking place right around the time that little fluff ball turns 8-weeks-old. Just […]
New Puppy There is nothing quite as exciting as welcoming a new puppy to your home! Regardless of whether it’s your first-ever fur baby or an addition to your canine collection, each bundle of fluffy fur and paws can be so sweet. But it is important to remember they are babies, and they require a […]
Acid Reflux in Dogs Many of us have experienced heartburn. Perhaps after overindulging at a family holiday potluck or eating way too many of Aunt Janet’s famous spicy meatballs. You are experiencing acid reflux, and, often, your next step might be reaching for the antacids. Fortunately, we can identify and treat our own discomfort. However, […]
Everyone loves puppies. They’re sweet, affectionate, curious and playful. Of course, some puppies are too cute for words. But if you’re looking to start dog breeding, setting the stage for producing the healthiest and strongest litter possible can be hard work. Now, we know that not everyone looking into dog breeding wants to become a […]
We never like to see our best friend down and out with an upset stomach. It’s even worse when it’s our four-legged friend that can’t tell us they don’t feel well, but are showing the classic signs: lack of appetite, not drinking enough water, acting depressed, increased fatigue, licking their lips or biting or gulping […]
Many of us have experienced heartburn. Perhaps after overindulging at a family holiday potluck or eating way too many of Aunt Janet’s famous spicy meatballs. You are experiencing acid reflux, and, often, your next step might be reaching for the antacids. Fortunately, we can identify and treat our own discomfort. However, our four-legged canine friends […]
Man’s best friend deserves only the best care. As humans, you don’t skimp on your daily supplements, so you probably don’t want to skimp on your dogs’ either. But how do you choose? Walk through any pet store or down the pet aisles at any retailer and you are bombarded with a plethora of options […]
An avid animal lover who owns horses, dogs and cats, Maddy Byrd has a special bond with her 12-year-old yellow lab, Chevy. She claims he was there during some of her gloomiest days – losing her horse and – and during stressful times – operating a fulltime pet setting business. And now she is determined […]
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but can you teach a seasoned dog breeder some ways to improve their breeding female care? Like any species, the time leading up to breeding through gestation and into early lactation is the most critically important phase from a nutritional standpoint for a female. She […]