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…
Four Easy Ways to Keep Dog Teeth Clean
What’s really the big deal about keeping a dog’s teeth clean? I mean, as long as they have treats, hard food, a bone to chew on, and the occasional dental cleaning at the…
Medicine Versus Mom: When Dogs Undergo Surgery
What exactly happens when dogs undergo surgery? Is my dog okay? Does he miss me? Is he being monitored? These are the things that run through my mind when I’m trying to fall asleep….
How to Stop Dog Grief
The worst part of being a dog parent is knowing you will more than likely outlive your dog. There is no magic way to stop dog grief and if you are a pet…
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…
Seven Deadly Dangers of Dog Toys
Your dog’s toy might be killing him. Sadly, we live in a world where realities like this are all too true. It is the job of this blog to inform, educate, enlighten, and…
What To Do for Dog Arthritis
Bones and joints wear with age: It’s a fact of life for people and it’s a fact of life for dogs. “What supplement do you recommend my dog take for arthritis…or arthritis prevention”…