The dog food world can be overwhelming. Is it better to feed a grain-free food? Canned food? How about raw?Adding to the difficulty is the fact that every dog is different. The healthiest diet for one dog might not be the best for another. All kinds of factors come into play such as the dog's breed, age, activity level and weight. Not to mention, some dogs have allergies or sensitive stomachs.So h…
What Does a Therapy Dog Do?Therapy dogs are often confused with service dogs. Service dogs are specially trained from the time they are puppies to help humans with a wide variety of challenges such as visual impairment, diabetes, PTSD, seizures, etc. Service dogs live with the person that needs the help and usually accompany that person everywhere. Therapy dogs may or may not be trained, and bring…
When I foster dogs, it would be great to have a leash that says “ADOPT ME” to let people know the cute dog at my side is looking for a home.
I like to take my foster dogs out and about to public places to get them attention, but I’m shy about starting conversations with strangers. This type of leash could help me get a conversation going with potential adopters.
dogIDs is now offering…
Today is National Dog Day, a day where we celebrate man's best friend and bring awareness to the many worthy dogs that need a home. Dogs are great companions, always there to comfort us when we're sad and make us laugh with their antics. They deserve some appreciation!
With that in mind, here are the top 5 things you can do today to celebrate.
National Dog Day1) Adopt a D…
The other day, my dog, Peanut, and I were on our daily stroll through the park. Instead of trying to chase down the squirrels or sniff every park bench like he usually does, he was obsessed with eating the grass. I’ve seen Peanut eat a few blades of grass before, but this time I could barely pull him away from mowing down the lawn. This got me thinking… Is my dog sick? Is eating grass bad for h…
Clean dog ears are very important. If your dog is pawing at his ears or shaking his head more than usual, he may have an ear infection. Or, maybe he just needs his ears cleaned.
This post will go over some basic ear care tips you can follow for your dog. It will also help you decide when you might want to seek help from a veterinarian.
At-home tips for keeping your dog’s ears clean
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If your dog is anything like my dog, they’re obsessed with tennis balls. My dog will carry it with him everywhere he goes, he will make me throw it for him 1000 times in a row and then he will destroy it into as many pieces.I will then find myself at the store once again to replace his collection, even though I know these too will fall victim to Teddy’s love for ripping his toys to shreds. Have yo…
If you’re considering sending your dog to daycare, there are some things you should consider.Dog daycare is a place for your pup to socialize with other dogs and it gives them ample opportunity to exercise throughout the day, which is especially great if they’re left alone at home for most of the day. However, there can be problems with dog daycares: if your dog is anxious or aggressive around oth…
Is your dog constantly scratching because of itchy skin? We found some of the most effective remedies for your itchy dog that are already in your home.
We always feel sad for our poor little pups when they are constantly itching. These remedies are easy, effective, and already at your fingertips. In addition to taking the DIY route, you might consider a
daily supplement to help your dog’s…
If you have a senior dog, you might have noticed he’s having a harder time keeping up while walking or running. Or maybe he’s stiff and sore after playing at the park, chasing a ball or doing agility.
My own Lab mix is 9 years old. He used to be my running buddy, but today we stick to short walks because longer exercise sessions are hard on his joints.
Obviously, dog owners want to ke…
Running With Your Dog TipsThinking of running with your dog? Do you know how many dogs would be so jealous if they only knew? I've gone running with about 100 different dogs over the years through my dog running business, and here are my tips for running with your pup.
Tips for running with a dog1. Keep the leash short.
I know this is obvious to those of us who've been running with dogs…
I'm taking my 11-year-old cat Beamer to the vet on Friday to have his mouth examined. The poor guy has some gross-looking teeth that might be causing him pain. Had I taken his dental care more seriously while he was younger, I could've prevented some of his current discomfort.February is National Pet Dental Month, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, and I'm writing this to en…
As dog owners, we want our furry friends to live as long as possible. Here are some tips for exercising your dog!Benefits of Dog Exercise Exercising your dog isn’t just to control their weight, but it can also help with diseases such as hip dysplasia and heart disease. It also improves bone and joint health, as well as lung function. Having your dog exercise every day will help tire them…
If you have a puppy, you’re probably looking for some ideas on how to safely tire him out, especially if he’s in that naughty, “teenage” stage.
Taking your puppy for walks is a good idea, but you may be wondering how far you can walk him without putting too much stress on his joints. And, is it safe to take him running?
I asked two dog trainers to share some of their ideas for exercising…
Often times we get our dogs as puppies. We spend their lives training them, playing with them, caring for them and loving them with all our hearts. Watching our dog grow old can be hard. As your dog ages, you’ve probably noticed that they’ve slowed down quite a bit and appear to be more “careful” with their movements when they lay down or get up. This is usually due to dog arthritis pain. Unfortun…