Is My Dog Dehydrated – How to Tell
When my Cocker Spaniel’s gums became a bit sticky and dry, I wondered, “Is my dog dehydrated?” Dehydration is very sneaky, and pet parents may not always realize when their dog is suffering…
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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,…
Autoimmune Disease In Dogs: Dog IMHA Tips
Most pet parents learn about autoimmune disease in dogs the hard way — your dog is diagnosed with IMHA, IMT, SLE, or any number of autoimmune skin diseases. When my dog was diagnosed…
10 Tips For Dogs Who Hate Teeth Brushing
It’s National Pet Dental Health Month, and if you aren’t doing something proactive to keep your dog’s teeth clean, I can nearly guarantee you that your dog will suffer for it. Some dogs…
Dog Paw Care Professional Tips and Advice
Making dog paw care a regular part of your pup’s care and routine is crucial. Making sure their nails are clipped properly is part of paw care. There’s a lot more to keeping…
Health Condition Threatens Dog Vision
A drooping jowl, eye issues, and trouble eating: These were the first signs that something was wrong with Leo, the the Coller couple’s 9-year-old parti-colored Sable Cocker Spaniel. A health issue was brewing and…
Dogs Who Eat Bugs and the People Who Love Them
“My dog likes to eat bugs, Carol.” The note started simply enough, but a fellow Cocker mom recently wrote me to tell me her dog likes to eat bugs. Despite trying to get…
The Reality of Dog Vitamins and Supplements
Vitamins and supplements are part of the daily rituals for millions of people, but should dogs take them? According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), in 2013 Americans spent $13.14 billion dollars…
Veterinarian Comes Clean About Dog Food and Vaccines
As a dog parent and pet writer, two of the most commonly asked questions I receive include: “What dog food should my dog be eating?” and “What vaccines do I need for my…
How to Prevent Dog Bites
A blood-curdling scream and a pacing Greater Swiss Mountain Dog alerted me to the horror unfolding about a hundred yards away. Hearing the sound someone makes when a dog bites them is not…