Ultimate Resource To Track Dog Health Records
I went online looking for the ultimate resource to track dog health records including vet visits, his canine medications and…
Best Natural Flea Tick Prevention For Dogs
Looking for the best natural flea tick prevention for dogs? Every year we hear it’s supposed to be the worst…
21 Fun Gifts For New Puppy Parents
So you got a new puppy or know someone who did. There are plenty of fun gifts for new puppy…
Best Dog Sun Protection Products and Tips
Deciphering fact from fiction when it comes to dog sun protection can be tricky and perplexing. Thankfully, we have the…
20 New Pet Products Debuting At SuperZoo 2022
I love learning about new pet products, so we are headed to SuperZoo in Las Vegas this August to go nose to nose and paw to paw with pet industry…
Best Dog Food for Cocker Spaniels
Wondering what the best dog food for Cocker Spaniels is? Next to finding your puppy or adult Cocker, knowing what to feed your dog is very important. Fortunately, we’ve got…
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Dog Rash On Belly: What Could It Be?
Redness and skin reactions can occur anywhere on your dog’s body, but if you have a dog rash on belly areas, you aren’t alone. A rash on a dog’s belly…
Cocker Spaniel Personality: Why Are Cockers The Best?
Everyone says they have the best dog, and everyone is right. The Cocker Spaniel personality is free and merry, which is listed in the breed’s standard. Cocker Spaniels are the…
Vestibular Disease In Dogs: Why Is My Dog’s Head Tilting?
Darlene Pomroy never heard of vestibular disease in dogs. She had no idea why her Cocker Spaniel’s head was tilting. Pomroy thought 13-year-old Emmie had a stroke. “Vestibular disease is…
My Dog Died and I Feel Empty
My dog died and I feel empty. A few months after my dog died, I was standing in line waiting to pay for groceries. The woman ahead of me in…
How To Solve Dog Car Anxiety In 4 Easy Steps
Anyone who has ever dealt with dog car anxiety knows how upsetting and frustrating it is. Car anxiety flares up…
100 Things To Do With A Puppy In 100 Days
Getting a new puppy is an exciting time. There are things to do with a puppy without putting them at…
Best Brushes For Cocker Spaniels
The best brushes for Cocker Spaniels are the ones that won’t break or damage your Cocker’s coat. The Cocker Spaniel…
DOG HEALTH
Can Dogs Get Cavities and Other Dog Dental Questions
It takes about 48 to 72 hours for plaque to harden on a dog’s teeth. Can dogs get cavities? Yes,…
23 Things That Are Toxic To Dogs During The Holidays
The holidays are a time of great joy but pet parents should know things that are toxic to dogs. The…
Hemangiosarcoma In Dogs: My Dog Died Without Warning
I lived every pet parent’s worst nightmare. Hemangiosarcoma in dogs is a canine cancer that is evil, insidious, and strikes…
Sebaceous Cysts In Dogs: How To Deal With Them
How common are sebaceous cysts in dogs? Well, I was petting my Cocker Spaniel’s neck recently and noticed a bump…
Help For IMT: Immune Mediated Thrombocytopenia in Dogs
I always knew diseases like immune mediated thrombocytopenia in dogs (also called IMT or ITP) could attack any canine at…
Seizures In Dogs: What Are Causes And Treatments?
Seizures in dogs can be very scary, and I know because I witnessed my first Cocker Spaniel having a seizure….
ALL THINGS COCKERS
50 Cocker Spaniel Facts You Probably Don’t Know
Cocker Spaniel facts are always fun and educational, but there are many tidbits about the breed that surprise even the…
How To Find A Good Cocker Spaniel Groomer
For over 20 years, I relied on the services of a good Cocker Spaniel groomer to clip my dog’s coat…
Are Cocker Spaniels Hypoallergenic?
People who are allergic to dogs are generally reacting to their dander, not the hair or fur. If you are…
300 Best Male Dog Names For Cocker Spaniels
Looking for the best male dog names for Cocker Spaniels? Your dog’s name will be said thousands of times throughout…
300 Best Cocker Spaniel Names For Females
A dog’s name stays with them for a lifetime, so choosing Cocker Spaniel names should be done so with great…
9 Ways To Help A Cocker Spaniel With Food Allergies
Digestive issues, ongoing diarrhea, and chronic ear inflammation are some signs of a Cocker Spaniel with food allergies. Dogs who…