Dog Health & Care

You might be suspicious of cocoa butter when you have dogs. After all, we’ve had it beat into our heads for years that cocoa is toxic—chocolate is bad, bad, bad! But cocoa butter has a different composition, so you may wonder is it safe for dogs? In general, yes, cocoa butter is safe for dogs […]

As a Bulldog owner, you know there are some non-negotiable parts of your grooming regimen. For example, your pup’s facial wrinkles are part of what makes them so adorable, but they can also be very time-consuming to clean. But did you know that there’s another non-negotiable part of Bulldog grooming that you might be overlooking?

The role of every dog owner is to do everything it takes to keep their puppy happy and healthy. So, it’s understandable that many owners panic when their dog displays unusual behavior. When your dog suddenly stops wanting food as much or stops eating altogether, it may cause you some stress. If you are interested

It’s no surprise that the adaptable and all-around adorable French Bulldog became the number one dog breed in America, but if there’s one thing many owners would change if they could, it’s the flatulence. Thanks to their short noses and sensitive digestive systems, French Bulldogs tend to pass gas and stink up the house more

Accidents and medical concerns can occur at any time of day or night. So, it’s important to be prepared and have a plan for potential emergency situations that occur outside of your vet clinic’s business hours. Fortunately, several resources are available to give you immediate answers and peace of mind about your dog’s health. Here

If you have been shaking your dog’s paw recently, you might have noticed that their paw pads are a little bit rough. While sometimes this can be normal, other issues could be a cause for concern. And sometimes, changes in paw pads might signal an ongoing or chronic underlying health concern. In this article, we’re

Mosquito bites aren’t just annoying to humans. They can also be extremely irritating to dogs. Your dog is likely to scratch or lick the affected area, but continuous scratching can end up exacerbating mosquito bites and even lead to skin infections. Dogs are just as susceptible to mosquito bites as humans, so it’s important to

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world in many ways, both negative and positive. One of the positive things to come out of lockdowns was the expansion of virtual health care options. We can now visit nearly any member of our healthcare team from the comfort of our own home, and this extends to our furry

Dogs can’t speak to us directly, but they can communicate their feelings and emotions through their actions. Most owners are in tune with their dogs and their habits, which means that even the slightest change in the way they act or react can be spotted and acted upon. If your dog is uncomfortable, it could

Many behaviors we consider unacceptable, like aggression, are instinctive for dogs. Even if they are unacceptable, they still do them because of a lack of training. Scratching the floor is one of them. It is an indoor version of digging that usually happens outside. The problem is that it can damage the carpeting or hardwood

Many aspects of living with dogs have changed since the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has caused many people to become familiar with using virtual pet services, and it’s even become the preferred choice for many dog owners. One virtual pet service that has gained a lot of traction in recent years is pet telehealth. Pet

Many people have experienced a cold sore or fever blister sometime during their life. For humans, it’s often a painful condition that may come on suddenly. It may also accompany a cold or fever, usually occurring around the mouth. Cold sores result from a viral infection, most often herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). However,

If you have ever had a stye, you know just how painful it can be. If your dog is showing eye irritation with an all-too-familiar appearance, you might wonder—can dogs get styes? In short, yes, dogs can get styes just like humans can. In this article, we are going to explore what a stye is

Maybe your dog’s personality has suddenly done a 180. The sweet pup you cuddled with on the couch acts aggressive and perhaps growls when anyone approaches. The difference is so stark that you may wonder if your pooch is schizophrenic. Behavioral issues are problematic and the main reason behind around 10% of dogs being relinquished

We’ve all been gnawing on our summer ice cream, enjoying every lick and all of a sudden—boom! The brain freeze hits. But what is this reaction? Can our dogs respond the same way? According to science, they probably can, as they show similar signs that mimic that of a human having brain freeze, but this

So, you come home to find your pup lethargic and not acting themselves. After a few moments, you notice they are dry heaving overtop your favorite rug. They were fine this morning so what could have happened in between? Did they eat something they shouldn’t? Do they have a virus? Do they have some type

If cicadas have started their emergence in your area, you may be concerned about more than just their high-pitched sound. These flying insects can be irresistible to some dogs, and as a pet parent, you may wonder if ingesting one of these can be harmful to your pooch. Thankfully, cicadas are not toxic, so they

You’re probably most familiar with standard scissor-style dog nail clippers but may have heard about guillotine-style dog nail clippers before. If you’re unfamiliar with them or just bought a pair but don’t know where to start with using them, you’re not alone. The name is a little intimidating, but that’s just a reference to the

Dogs have keen senses. Their excellent sense of smell and ability to hear are utilized by the military in combat situations.  They can hear subtle sounds that humans cannot, which can be extremely useful.   They can also sniff out drugs and weapons much more quickly than we can locate them.  Working for the military