Vertigo in Dogs Canine vertigo or vestibular disease refers to a sudden, non-progressive disturbance of balance. More common in older...

Doggy, Come Home: Turning Lost into Found Millions of dogs go missing each year. Unfortunately, very few of them are ever reunited with...

Halitosis in Dogs If your doggy’s breath seems less than fresh lately, there are various reasons behind it, the most common being...

The Importance of a “Pet-Nuptial” Agreement Like a prenuptial agreement, the aptly named “pet-nuptial” (pet custody) agreement can assist...

Many dogs have a condition called pica, which means they favor eating such non-food items as toys and feces, dirt and grass. Most...

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...

Uh-Oh! When Dogs Ingest Foreign Objects Woe to those careless doggy owners who leave temptation – most famously socks – within easy...

The benefits of doggy doors, particularly those with screened flaps, permitting your precious pup to exit and enter your house in your...

Canines and Kennel Cough Kennel cough or infectious tracheobronchitis in dogs is usually caused by a combination of Bordetella and...

Have you thought of adding some new and different resolutions to your traditional New Year’s list? Have you ever thought of getting...

Hypothyroidism in Dogs Historically a disease of “middle-aged” dogs, hypothyroidism occurs when their thyroid glands no longer produce...

Glaucoma in Dogs While not one of the most common conditions in dogs, glaucoma can ultimately lead to blindness. However, an early...

Recognizing the early signs of pancreatitis -- inflammation of the pancreas – is essential to your cherished canine companion’s health,...

Psst! Spread the word. Now is the time. Time to brighten the darkening days of November. Time to warm the cooling nights of November....

Coprophagia is the act of eating and ingesting feces. Studies have shown that what is repulsive to humans is normal and natural in dogs...

Cerebellar hypoplasia in dogs is a condition where the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls coordination, fails to fully...

As dog owners, do you crave the feeling of your cherished canine companions’ kisses? Have you ever wondered why dogs lick faces? Should...

Being 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,...

The most up-to-date, science-based training approach, force-free dog training is not only an especially effective way to train your dog,...

Dogs and Leptospirosis A disease potentially harmful to dogs, leptospirosis is caused by a bacterium called Leptospira interrogans....