Dog Health

When it’s time to train your dog, you have a big choice to make. In the past, aversive training methods using punishments and negative reinforcements were the norm. People used e-collars, leash jerks, and stern words to teach dogs right from wrong. These strategies seemed to work, but recently, dog people started exploring a different

While the world fights back against the fast-spreading coronavirus, our nation’s healthcare workers are our best defense. They’re risking their lives to protect others, and their already stressful jobs have never been more difficult. Despite the surmounting challenges, doctors, nurses, and aides show up when they’re needed most. There are countless stories of society coming

When you think of Thanksgiving, odds are you think of two things: family and turkey. Well, maybe three, if you are a football fan. Mostly, we think of Thanksgiving as a day of feasting, and that typically includes a large group of our loved ones and a delicious meal full of turkey and delicious sides.

Everybody knows that puppy love and affection can often come in the form of licks. In fact, we often refer to these licks as “kisses”. While often times, these licks are just that, there can sometimes be other reasons for your dog’s persistent licking. In this article we will explore some of the reasons why

It’s hard not to love boxers. Named for their distinctive look when standing on their hindquarters’ boxing’, they are a famous mid-sized guard dog with a unique set of features. Boxers have been used as guide dogs, military dogs, cattle dogs, and athletes. And Boxers are charismatic and love to be with their people. But

Chronic Oral Infections in Morkies Explained Morkies, or Morkshire terriers, are a hybrid between Maltese and Yorkshire terrier breeds. Specific anatomy due to genetics causes chronic oral infections in Morkies, which, if untreated, can lead to various health problems such as kidney disease, liver dysfunction, and heart disease. In addition, because of the mixed breed,

A coughing dog can be alarming to any dog owner. Of course, our dogs are our kids, but dogs don’t catch colds or strep throat as humans do. Or can they? Before going all helicopter mom or dad about your dog’s coughing, read on to find out what may be causing it and phone your

Though now tiny, Pomeranians are descended from large sled dog breeds. This may explain their big attitude. Anyone who knows one knows exactly how fearless they are. They will never back down from a fight, no matter how large the other dog may be (just be prepared for the accompanying onslaught of excessive barking). But

There’s a good reason Schnoodles have become such popular dogs, especially for allergy sufferers. Being a schnauzer-poodle mix, they have an excellent temperament, making them a great therapy dog or service dog. They are entertaining and intelligent, like their Poodle parent, but also protective and bold like their Schnauzer mom or pop, making them excellent