Laurie GouleyMay 162 minVertigo in Dogs Vertigo in Dogs Canine vertigo or vestibular disease refers to a sudden, non-progressive disturbance of balance. More common in older...
Laurie GouleyMay 23 minDoggy, Come Home: Turning Lost into Found Doggy, Come Home: Turning Lost into Found Millions of dogs go missing each year. Unfortunately, very few of them are ever reunited with...
Laurie GouleyApr 183 minHalitosis in DogsHalitosis in Dogs If your doggy’s breath seems less than fresh lately, there are various reasons behind it, the most common being...
Laurie GouleyApr 43 minThe Importance of a “Pet-Nuptial” Agreement The Importance of a “Pet-Nuptial” Agreement Like a prenuptial agreement, the aptly named “pet-nuptial” (pet custody) agreement can assist...
Laurie GouleyMar 213 minDogs and GrassMany dogs have a condition called pica, which means they favor eating such non-food items as toys and feces, dirt and grass. Most...
Laurie GouleyMar 73 minTail Biting and Chewing in Dogs Tail Biting and Chewing in Dogs Most dog owners readily admit to smiling at the silly sight of their dog chasing his tail. But when an...
Laurie GouleyFeb 252 minUh-Oh! When Dogs Ingest Foreign ObjectsUh-Oh! When Dogs Ingest Foreign Objects Woe to those careless doggy owners who leave temptation – most famously socks – within easy...
Laurie GouleyFeb 153 minThe Downside of Doggy DoorsThe benefits of doggy doors, particularly those with screened flaps, permitting your precious pup to exit and enter your house in your...
Laurie GouleyJan 113 minCanines and Kennel CoughCanines and Kennel Cough Kennel cough or infectious tracheobronchitis in dogs is usually caused by a combination of Bordetella and...
Laurie GouleyJan 62 minA Year of Rescue Resolutions for YOU!Have you thought of adding some new and different resolutions to your traditional New Year’s list? Have you ever thought of getting...
Laurie GouleyDec 27, 20213 minHypothyroidism in DogsHypothyroidism in Dogs Historically a disease of “middle-aged” dogs, hypothyroidism occurs when their thyroid glands no longer produce...
Laurie GouleyDec 13, 20213 minGlaucoma in DogsGlaucoma in Dogs While not one of the most common conditions in dogs, glaucoma can ultimately lead to blindness. However, an early...
Laurie GouleyNov 23, 20213 minCanine PancreatitisRecognizing the early signs of pancreatitis -- inflammation of the pancreas – is essential to your cherished canine companion’s health,...
Laurie GouleyNov 1, 20212 minNovember is Adopt-A-Senior-Dog-MonthPsst! Spread the word. Now is the time. Time to brighten the darkening days of November. Time to warm the cooling nights of November....
Laurie GouleyOct 21, 20212 minCanines and CoprophagiaCoprophagia is the act of eating and ingesting feces. Studies have shown that what is repulsive to humans is normal and natural in dogs...
Laurie GouleyOct 15, 20213 minCerebellar Hypoplasia in DogsCerebellar hypoplasia in dogs is a condition where the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls coordination, fails to fully...
Laurie GouleyOct 1, 20213 minDoggy Kisses: Darling or DangerousAs dog owners, do you crave the feeling of your cherished canine companions’ kisses? Have you ever wondered why dogs lick faces? Should...
Laurie GouleySep 17, 20213 minAn Informed Owner is a Dog’s Best FriendBeing an informed owner means being a dog’s best friend. On the other hand, being an uninformed one can often lead to a life of misery,...
Laurie GouleySep 3, 20213 minThe Benefits of Force-Free Dog Training The most up-to-date, science-based training approach, force-free dog training is not only an especially effective way to train your dog,...
Laurie GouleyAug 21, 20215 minDogs and LeptospirosisDogs and Leptospirosis A disease potentially harmful to dogs, leptospirosis is caused by a bacterium called Leptospira interrogans....