90 Best Dog Halloween Costumes
If you need ideas for the best dog Halloween costumes, you’ve landed in the right place. For over a decade, we’ve hosted a dog Halloween photo contest and often judge other contests. Most…
Author: Carol Bryant
Carol Bryant is a Cocker Spaniel expert with over 30 years of experience. A dog lover of the highest order is how Gayle King introduced Carol when she appeared with her Cocker Spaniel on Oprah Radio’s Gayle King to discuss Cockers and dogs in general.
Carol created and owns the trademark, My Heart Beats Dog®, and lives that mantra. A pet industry veteran, she appears on television, radio shows, and podcasts as a trusted resource and has authored hundreds of articles from sites like CNN and Yahoo to Dogster and Today.com
She is the Immediate Past President of the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) and a two-time winner of DWAA's Best Dog Blog.
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Plasmacytoma Dog Tumors: Everything To Know
A plasmacytoma dog tumor crossed my path the way most lumps and bumps do: while I was petting my Cocker Spaniel. I immediately made an appointment for the veterinarian to aspirate the lump,…
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Can Microchipping Reunite Lost Dogs: A Dog Parent’s Guide
One of the worst things that can happen to a pet parent is having someone steal their dog. I am often asked can microchipping reunite lost dogs and the answer is a wholehearted…
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Cataract Treatment In Dogs: How To Help A Dog’s Eyes
I saw a cloudy haze forming on my Cocker Spaniel’s eyes and I feared he might be developing cataracts. I worried since I know many pet parents who have had cataract treatment in…
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How I Helped My Cocker Spaniel Lose Weight
When I decided to help my Cocker Spaniel lose weight, I knew I’d have to get savvy but serious about his diet. Dexter eats a high-quality diet now, but Cockers are notorious foodies,…
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Cocker Spaniel First Aid Kit 21 Emergency Items For Dogs
While on a dog-friendly road trip last year, a sebaceous cyst on my Cocker Spaniel’s paw burst open. There was no warning but I knew the blood and cottage cheese type material oozing…
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Cocker Spaniel Pees When Excited: Submissive Urination Tips
Back in the day as a first-time Cocker Spaniel mom, whenever I walked in the door, the same thing always happened. My Cocker Spaniel pees when excited and she let me know it…
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Are Cocker Spaniels High Maintenance Dogs?
You want a furry best friend and wonder if Cocker Spaniels are high-maintenance dogs. After all, those eyes of melted chocolate, long silky ears, and nonstop tail wagging make people turn their heads…
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How Much Do Cocker Spaniels Shed: Everything To Know
Over the past 30 years, many pet parents have written me to ask if Cocker Spaniels shed. Yes, Cockers shed, as many breeds do. It’s a good idea to consider the shed factor…
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Do Dogs With Long Eyelashes Suffer Eye Problems?
Dogs with long eyelashes look gorgeous but are those long lashes safe? A Cocker Spaniel recently went viral on social media for having super long lashes. However, there are situations where long eyelashes…
