How to Test Dog Gut Health at Home
Dog gut health matters because 70 percent of the immune system is in your dog’s gut. Here’s what happened when we tested our dog’s gut health at home.
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My Dog Bites His Paws: Here’s What To Do
As a lifelong dog mom and pet writer, I’ve had many pet parents write to ask, “My dog bites his paws; what can I do?” Dogs bite and chew at their paws for…
Dry Mouth In Dogs: Signs, Causes, and Symptoms
I suffer from dry mouth, but until my Cocker Spaniel suffered the same fate, I had no idea that dry mouth in dogs was a real thing. Every February is National Pet Dental…
Manuka Honey For Dogs: Healing Reasons To Use It
There’s a lot of buzz about Manuka honey for dogs, and with good reason. High-quality Manuka honey can help wounds, ease kennel cough symptoms, and even treat ear infections when used properly. So…
Dogs and the Beach: 20 Terrifying Safety Hazards To Avoid
There’s something magical and memorable about dogs and the beach. Watching your dog’s paws racing through the sand and exploring the water is enough to make any dog parent’s heart soar. As inviting…
Dementia In Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Sundowning
You notice your best friend having issues with sleeping, concentrating, and remembering to eat or drink. Dementia in dogs is commonly seen in aging dogs, but pet parents may dismiss it in its…
Treatment and Signs of An Ear Infection In Dogs
You know your pooch better than anyone else, but when it comes to signs of an ear infection in dogs, they can be masters in disguise. Fortunately, modern veterinary medicine has come a…
How To Make Dog Fur Soft With Frothing
I am often asked how to make dog fur soft without running to the groomer for high-end shampoos and costly treatments. I’ve learned many coat softness tips over my 30+ years of being…
When and How To Start Puppy Teeth Cleaning
As a proud pet parent, you may wonder if puppy teeth cleaning is necessary. Puppies start teething at about three weeks. By the time they are six weeks old, most of a puppy’s…
How To Cook For Your Dog With Dr. Harvey’s
Why don’t you learn to cook for your dog? I overheard a conversation between two women in the veterinary waiting room back in the early 2000s. One woman was complaining about her dog’s…