Seven Dog Myth Busters Courtesy Science
Science proving what dog lovers of the highest order have known for years is always a good thing. Dogs understand human behavior better than most people believe and “science” being able to prove…
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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…
Six Questions Your Dog’s Vet Should Be Asking
I’ve always been good at asking questions. It’s part of the reason I became a writer and work in PR and social media. I like to ask the questions for which I may…
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…
Dog ACL Injury Saga Continues
The long and winding road and issues of a dog having an ACL injury continue. For those familiar, or for those who are reading this and have a dog who has been diagnosed…
The Truth About Ticks, Fleas, and Mosquitoes
Diligent dog moms and dads know that there are at least three hidden danger that bite our pets, particularly during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. Ticks, fleas, and mosquitoes are three of…
Human Grade vs. Feed Grade Pet Foods
My dog is a fan of Honest Kitchen dog food. With that said, it made perfect sense that I attended a luncheon table talk at the recent BlogPaws Conference on Lake Las Vegas….
Surprise Toxin Can Harm the Family Dog
We all know not to feed our dog chocolate. We need to keep poisons and cleaning agents out of harm’s way. Never allow a pet to be unsupervised in a room full of…