Growing up, I never heard of such a thing…dogs getting warts? But then, my dog was a “backyard dog” that did not go to doggy daycare or the dog park because they didn’t exist back then. Having worked at a dog daycare, however, I have seen just how gross and disgusting “puppy warts” can get. I have also heard every theory under the sun about how dogs get them and how to treat them. Wanting to know the truth, I … Read more

While we think of pneumonia as something our dogs suffer from in cold weather, dogs can suffer from pneumonia as well as its after-effects in hot weather too. Knowing the signs, which dogs are the most at risk, and what to do can save your dog from becoming critically ill. Pneumonia is a serious illness that can hospitalize your dog for days and cost you thousands in vet bills. And, its after-effects never go away. My 10 year old got … Read more

We are all aware that the majority of dogs do not appreciate the Fourth of July like we do. While we “ooh” and “ahh” over the beautiful firework displays and the awesome booms, our dogs feel like their eardrums are under siege and the world is coming to an end. If you have a new puppy at home, you may be wondering how to make its first Fourth of July a good one. After all, this first Fourth will really … Read more

Summer is here! That means road trips, hikes, swimming, and so much more! Summer often means more free time, and that means more free time with our dogs! It’s pretty obvious that dogs love going outside, and summer gives us the beautiful weather to explore the great outdoors. Whether it’s your local park or a backpacking trip with your four-legged pal, summer is the time for adventure. But with the freedom also comes a possibly dangerous component – heat. Being … Read more

Most dogs are loving family members that wouldn’t hurt a fly. They’ve never growled at anyone, and couldn’t dream of greeting people with anything but kisses and wagging tails. Unfortunately, some owners suddenly find themselves with dogs that are lunging at people with baring fangs instead of rolling over for belly rubs. As you may have guessed, this could present a number of issues. And it’s true; aggression is a very real problem. It is not something that’s funny, something … Read more

Many of us have no trouble teaching our dogs to not go to the bathroom in the house, it’s “dog 101.” However, many of us live in places where we need our dog to not just go “outside,” but in a certain area, for example the lawn instead of the garden. Or, you may need your dog to go in a litter box or a grass pad on a patio. While this may seem like a hard thing to train, with a … Read more

One of our biggest fears as dog owners is our beloved pets getting lost. How many times have you had close calls? Fluffy slipped out of his collar on a walk, the gardeners left the gate open – so many different things can happen unexpectedly. In fact, it’s estimated that 1 in 3 pets will become lost in their lifetime. Remember, because they are accidents, never really prepare for them. So the best thing we can do is to be … Read more