Over a year ago, George the Great Dane in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, was declared “dangerous” after some minor injuries to family members. George’s parents said that George is nothing but a gentle giant. They argued that neither of the injuries were serious, especially since their dog rarely shows signs of aggression. However, the court didn’t see it that way. They said that the family will either have to move George out of the county or euthanize him. So, the family … Read more

By Sarah Wooten, DVM Whether they’re in the backyard chasing a brazen squirrel or hiking a breathtaking nature trail, active dogs long for adventure. One only has to observe the sheer excitement on a dog’s face when he sees a squirrel to know that experiencing wildlife is one of man’s best friend’s greatest pleasures. In order to experience the best nature has to offer, it is important to protect your dog’s health against harmful parasites harbored by wildlife and other … Read more

Dogs are the best companions because they’re always there for us. They’ll stick by our sides through every high and low in life. In most cases, this is an endearing quality. However, there are unfortunate circumstances where a dog might almost seem too loyal. This was the case for a heartbroken dog in China, who witnessed his loved one jump off a bridge. Instead of letting other humans help him grieve, he sat there for four days on end, waiting … Read more

Even though we mostly think of it as cartoonish or cliche, that dog vs. mail person rivalry is very real. According to statistics from the U.S. Postal Service, in 2018 5,714 employees were attacked by dogs during their rounds. Fortunately, the stats also show those numbers have begun to decline over the last few years. I wish I could say it’s because dogs and postal workers have finally learned to get along, but it’s more initiative-based than that. Beginning the week … Read more