Relating to Dogs

If you have a dog, then at some point you may have noticed it doing something that most dogs do: run around in circles. If you have witnessed this scenario, then you also know that it can be...

If you are planning a trip into Mexico and are thinking about bringing your dog, you’ve probably heard or read many conflicting opinions and advice on what to do. I can relate. I had heard them...

If your dog has bladder stones, your pet will require care by a veterinarian. Treatment options depend upon the size, type and location of the stones. Options include surgery, urohydropropulsion,...

Even the most enthusiastic pet lover will admit that dog smell is an annoying odor that can be difficult to eliminate. Using a combination approach that treats the animal and the surrounding areas...

Planning a family trip can be stressful. However, when planning a trip includes traveling with your family pet, it can be overwhelming. You must make sure your pet is comfortable and safe for the...

Dog sitting can be a source of extra income or a full-time job depending on how much time you want to devote to it. You can keep the dogs at your house, make daily visits to the dog's home or move...

Do the kids accuse you of treating the dog better than them? Don't deny it. Our wet-nosed family members have become so important, statistics prove we're ready to do without a few personal extras...

It can be upsetting to see a beloved pet behaving in a way that seems gross or bizarre. Occasionally a dog will drink its own urine, much to its owner's mortification. This is not a sign of...

Buying a puppy for yourself, your family or your children requires thought and patience so a bad choice is not made. Puppies are long term decisions and need time, attention and money to be...

When you share your home with a pet, there are responsibilities that go along with the joy. One of the most important, is to find a good veterinarian for your pet.

There is nothing more frustrating than trying to help a sick dog. You want to help them, but you do not know what their symptoms are, and they cannot tell you exactly what they are feeling. ...

Most pet owners take their dogs to the vet for vaccinations and to get their yearly exam. Although some dogs leave the office and never have issues or problems with the vaccinations, some dogs...

Having your friends, walk, feed, and play with your pet while you are gone is no substitute for a good Professional Pet Sitter. Yes they are not that easy to find but if you will take the time to...

Dog day care is a great way for your dog to interact with other dogs as well as to help you in certain situations where you might be gone for an extended period of time. It might be difficult to...

Boarding your animals while you are away on vacation can be one of the most stressful components of planning. Your dog or cat is a part of the family and you want to make sure your pet is properly...

Anyone who has or will have animals in the home will need to seek professional help at some time or another. I have had pets all my life and can direct you how to choose a good veterinarian.

The English Bulldog goes by several names, including the British Bulldog and simply bulldog. These dogs are stocky and have a short snout, which makes it difficult for them to breathe in hot...

You may not notice unusual behavior in your dog in the beginning. It was quite by accident that we noticed our aging friend couldn't hear us very well anymore. Here are a few helpful hints, ideas,...

Inserting a microchip in a pet has revolutionized pet recovery. When a dog gets loose and is not wearing a collar and identification, or the collar gets lost, many humane societies now have...

Did you know that May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? May is also a great time of year to get outside with your dog and get in shape. Dogs need exercise just like us--and what...

A stethoscope is valuable tool in the arsenal of a veterinarian. Find out how to choose the best stethoscope.

Information on taking care of newborn puppies is vital to ensuring that puppies survive and thrive in a healthy, supportive environment. Whether a litter is expected or comes as a surprise, pet...

You're preparing to move to another city. You're consumed with things about the house, your cars and yourself, but you have yet to give thought to the most vulnerable member of the family--your...

It is difficult to imagine someone neglecting or mistreating a beautiful poodle. Thousands of purebred dogs are in animal shelters and rescue centers around the country. Would you consider...

You pet is important to you so if you are away, you must make sure that he has the best possible care.

Losing your pet is terrifying. Trying to visit every nearby animal shelter every 3 or 4 days to see if your pet is there can be impossible. Identification tags on collars can help, but tags can...

Taking care of your pet can be tough, especially when they seem to be accident prone or have a medical condition. Taking them to the vet right away isn't always an option because not all of us...

Pet behavioral problems can test the patience of even the most devoted pet lover. It’s hard to know what to do when your dog starts biting or your cat suddenly decides to use the living...

It's not hard to miss when your pet is sick. Common signs include listlessness, diarrhea and vomiting. That is when most people usually call a veterinarian. Depending on how serious the illness,...

Making the decision to euthanize your pet may be the hardest decision you have ever had to make. The death of a beloved pet is as painful as the death of a loved one. Whether the euthanized pet...

Pets are an important part of our families. Each year more and more people bring pets into their lives and these relationships can be long term. No matter how long you've known and loved your pet,...

You’re going away for a week and sure wish you can take your baby along—but they don’t allow pooches on a cruise to the Caymans. So, you did your research and found a boarding kennel you can live...

Just like humans, dogs can get depressed. And as with people, it can be brought on by different things. Some common signs are lack of appetite, lethargy, change in personality and clinginess....

Use a pet sitter as an alternative to placing your pets in a kennel. Here's how to find the right nanny for your pet.