Top 10 Little-Known Facts About Dogs
Here are 10 interesting facts about dogs that most people don't know. See why these are my favorite Dog Facts vs. Dog Myths to share with new dog owners.
Here are 10 interesting facts about dogs that most people don't know. See why these are my favorite Dog Facts vs. Dog Myths to share with new dog owners.
My dog had TPLO surgery for a torn ACL. I documented ALL details of his recovery process -- so you will know what to expect when YOUR dog gets home after surgery.
There are benefits and downsides that you need to be aware of when adopting two sibling puppies. Here's what I've learned firsthand about raising littermate puppies.
Trying to find the right puppy feeding schedule and puppy potty routine for your new dog? See why it's important to get your dog peeing and pooping on a regular schedule every day -- and timed perfectly with your dog's feeding schedule. Plus, how to tell when your dog needs to go outside -- specific signs to watch for. I'm going to show you how to set up a daily dog feeding schedule and a dog routine for going outside.
Have a senior dog? Here are the most common health problems in older dogs that you need to be aware of. How to prepare for your senior dog’s final years healthwise.
Here is the best list of foods you should AVOID giving to your dog (human foods that are poisonous or toxic to dogs) + Foods that you CAN give to your dog (human food safe for dogs) -- according to pet experts. Plus, what you should know if you decide to offer table scraps and other people foods to your dog at some point.
Wondering what to do if your dog eats chicken bones?! First, don't panic, most likely your dog will be ok. My dog ate chicken bones and he passed them just fine -- but it depends on whether your dog gulps down the bones (bad), bites them into smaller pieces (bad), or grinds them down thoroughly before swallowing them (good). Here's what to do if your dog ate chicken bones... OR turkey bones.
Switching dog food will happen at least twice in your dog's life: 1) as they transition from puppy to adult, and 2) as they transition from adult to senior dog. You can't just change dog food overnight though! Here are the steps to transition your dog with ease to a new food in 5 or 10 days -- whether you're switching from puppy food to adult dog food, from adult food to senior dog food, or there's some other reason for you to switch food (like allergies, weight issues, health concerns, etc.)
I have 2 large dogs and they pretty much go wherever I go! I've whittled down my list of dog travel necessities to 7 dog car safety items and 7 clever dog travel accessories -- the most important things to pack for dog car travel, plus a few clever dog car accessories that you probably haven't thought of. These are the items that we take along whenever we're traveling with our dogs in the car. Perhaps you'll find them useful as well!
Knowing the symptoms of dog bloat could actually save your dog's life -- because bloat comes on quickly and can kill a dog within hours if left untreated. Here's what you need to know about the signs of bloat in dogs, risk factors that predispose your dog to getting bloat, and tips for preventing bloat in dogs. These are all things I wish I had known before my dog died of bloat.