Hair loss is a common problem in dogs and can affect your pet’s skin, as well as his endocrine, lymphatic and immune systems. When dealing with alopecia—the technical term for balding—in pets, the most important step is identifying the underlying pro...
Human beings have been wearing jewelry for over 100,000 years – much longer than we've kept domestic cats and dogs (70,0...
Just like people, dogs can suffer from anxiety disorders. Whether he’s afraid of social situations, suffers from separat...
Dogs are territorial by nature and nothing says, “I’m here,” like marking a tree, fire hydrant or fence post with their unique scents. For male dogs, and even some females, urinating is an easy way to spread this scent. The smell communicates all sor...
It can seem like a nuisance, but to our canine companions, licking you is most often a sign of affection. While it is a ...
Approximately 7.3 million people living in the USA alone are vegetarian and the popularity of a plant-based diet and lif...
A silent pet may sound like an apartment dweller’s dream, but in a reality, when dogs don’t bark, it can be a major cause for concern. Before rushing Fido to the vet, however, bear in mind that some dogs are naturally quieter than others or have been...
Who doesn't love the 4th of July? From the food to the fireworks, Independence Day is fun for the whole family - at leas...
Many have heard of acupuncture for humans, but far fewer know that the process has been around nearly as long for our ca...
As dogs age, they can encounter joint problems just like their human owners. Arthritis, a catch-all term for abnormal joint change, is common in older dogs but can occur in dogs of all ages when there are complications in bone and joint growth, conge...
