Have you noticed your pooch go stir-crazy at the smell of fish? Have you been tempted to give them a taste but stop yourself because you’re not sure how suitable is raw fish for dogs? Well, what you’re faced with is a common dilemma that many pet parents contend with. The short answer is no….
My furry baby, Adolf, struggled with digestive issues all his life. This meant having to deal with an upset stomach often. While cleaning up after him, I noticed that he would hurl up undigested food even several hours after a meal. This led me to wonder, how long does it take a dog to digest…
How do dogs communicate, with each other and with us? Knowing the answer to this question is critical for successful pet parenting as it also you to pick up on cues and respond to your dog’s needs and reactions the right way. Much like us, dogs also use facial expressions and body language, in addition…
When summer comes knocking, it’s an exciting time for your furry baby as they can finally be up and about, prancing in the grass, running without a care in the world, and soaking up the sun. All the things doggos love the most. However, if overdone, it can heighten the risk of heat rash in…
Your pet parenting journey is riddled with choices at every step of the way. Choosing the right diet for your pet. The right treats. The right shampoo. And so on. One such choice that you contend with is that of dog harness vs collar. Which one is better for your dog? What are the potential…
Sleek yet powerful, intelligent, keen, and magnificent, the Doberman Pinscher dog is considered canine nobility for good reason. Even though lean in its build, the Dobie is muscular, fast, and powerful, making it a great fit for whatever role its human companions assign it — a protection dog, a working dog, or a loving family…
Do dogs have emotions? Pose this question to any pet parent, and the answer will likely be, “Duhhhh! Of course, they do.” After all, we’ve all seen our pets jump up and down with excitement and joy when we walk through the door at the end of a long day. Or pull a long face…
Even as a first-time pet parent, I was never comfortable feeding my dog packaged dog food. Even though I didn’t know as much about dogs’ nutritional needs at the time, the logic was simple: if eating anything straight out of a packet isn’t good for us, it can’t be good for my furry baby either….
Picture this: you’re lovingly running your fingers through your pet’s fur when you suddenly feel a lump on or under their skin. The discovery can easily send you into panic mode, making you dive into research on the formation of lumps and different types of cysts in dogs. If that discovery and frantic need for…
We, pet parents, are vigilant about what we feed our furry babies. The choices we make are always about making sure our dog’s nutritional needs are met and they enjoy their meals as well. After all, would you enjoy eating the same food out of a box, day in and day out for the rest…