What we say to our dogs is important, but the way we say it is crucial. Our tones and body language give our pets clues about whether we are giving commands, correcting bad behavior or lavishing them with praise for a job well done. By knowing what c...
Humans and animals have been working side by side for around 15,000 years, but more recently animals have been helping u...
You dog’s kidneys regulate his blood pressure, sugar levels and volume along with the water composition of his body, his...
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...
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 lifestyle is increasing – understandably, this means some people want to feed their pets a vegetarian or vegan diet, too. People deci...
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 caus...
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 canine companions. While acupuncture can be an effective tool for managing pain, allergies, arthritis and other disorders in dogs, i...
