Does My Dog Need Supplements?

When I was still a first time dog owner (I’ll admit  I was pretty much clueless about dogs back then), I would see dog supplements advertised  and wondered; “WHY do we have to give our dogs these supplements”? Back then I had thought that  these supplements were nothing but additional expenses and I believe there [...]

What To Do If Your Dog Ingests Chocolate

There is currently a myth circulating among dog owners that chocolate is not actually toxic to dogs. In actuality, it is a proven scientific fact that YES, chocolate is poisonous to dogs, sometimes even inducing a fatal reaction. Under no circumstances should you allow your dog to ingest chocolate, or any substance that contains chocolate. [...]

HOW TO REMOVE SKUNK SMELL FROM YOUR DOG

One of the most unwelcome aromas in any home is the smell of a wet, skunk-smelling dog. Dogs are naturally curious creatures (which is one of the reasons we love them), though they often encounter one of the most dreaded animals for any dog owner – the skunk. Removing skunk smell from your dog has [...]

Signs & Symptoms of a Sick Dog

Dogs are wonderful companions, most often being involved in a loyal, dedicated relationship with their owners. However, just like humans, dogs are also prone to many different health conditions. Because your dog doesn’t have the ability to let you know when they’re feeling ill, it’s important for you to keep an eye on their behavior [...]

Porcupine vs. Dog! – How to Deal With Your Dog’s Porcupine Encounter

If you live in a wooded area, chances are that your dog may encounter a porcupine. Porcupines are slow, passive creatures, but they have one of the most effective defensive skills of any animal! A porcupine’s body is covered with special quills, which are designed to penetrate the skin of any attacking predator. The quills [...]

How to Prevent & Treat 3 Common Dog Illnesses

For many animal lovers,  it’s very agonizing to see their lovable pet experiencing any sort of pain or illness. Illness in dog’s becomes  obvious when they are not as active as they used to be. Their moods can also imply some common dog illnesses; for instance, if Buddy is less happy or looks gloomy, that [...]

Poisonous Foods For Dogs

Aside from being affectionate, loyal pets, all dogs are famous for their love of treats. Given their nature, it’s always tempting to feed your dog scraps from the table (especially when they give you “puppy eyes”!). However, just because certain types of food are edible for humans, they are not necessarily able to be processed [...]

Do You Need to Include Supplements in Your Dog’s Diet?

A happy pet is one that is well taken cared of. Love and proper nutrition will keep your dog healthy and strong. But is this enough? Will your dog need supplements in its diet? What are recommended supplements that you can add? Supplements are not needed if you feed your dog a well-balanced diet; this [...]

The Influences of A Dog’s Diet on Oral Health

When your dog wags its tail and greets you at the door, it is happy. That is probably the only way dogs can show that they are smiling at you. To keep your pet in the best condition, you must always make sure that he gets the proper nutrition. This will keep your dog happy. [...]

What are the Proven Benefits of Fiber for Your Dog’s Diet?

How does fiber affect your dog’s diet? As far as humans are concerned, fiber makes us fuller and helps our digestive system function properly. A nutritional diet that is aided by fiber has been found out to be very beneficial to dogs as well. Fiber can come from carbohydrates which are metabolized by the system. [...]

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