Can Dogs Eat Pine Cones?
My neighbor recently asked me, “Can dogs eat pine cones” and he’s not alone. If your dog walks in a neighborhood with trees, near a park, or on trails, he can come across…
Dog Health
Dog Titer Test: Should I Titer or Vaccinate My Dog?
Avoid unnecessary vaccines with a dog titer test. If only someone had given me that advice with my first Cocker Spaniel, she might have avoided a cancerous tumor at the site of injection….
Emergency Vet Near Me Is Full Now What
I lived every pet parent’s worst nightmare. The emergency vet near me was at capacity and could not see my dog during a medical emergency. Even now, my hands are shaking as I…
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 scoop as to how to keep your dog safe in the sun, what…
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 is very common…
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 a sudden and…
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, but pet parents may not even realize a cavity is present. The more…
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 last thing anyone wants is a visit to a pet emergency hospital during…
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 like a bolt of lightning. Our beloved Cocker Spaniel, Dexter died approximately 18…
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 that looked fluid-filled. In the time it took to reach for my eyeglasses…