Raising a German Shepherd in a warm climate, I know firsthand how critical it is to be mindful of dog heatwave safety, especially during those months when the mercury rises to brutal levels. A slight exposure to the heat is enough to leave our canine companions panting furiously because unlike us, dogs can’t sweat, which…
Have you ever returned home from a vacation and observed that your dog has been acting strangely clingy or anxious? Ah, the not-so-pleasant dog separation anxiety after vacation! I’ve had quite a hard time of it, with my GSD after we left him with a pet sitter for a weekend. Upon our return, he was…
Having been in the dog mom saddle for over a decade now, I can say with absolute certainty that our pet’s dental health can easily become the most overlooked part of their overall care. The idea of brushing dog’s teeth daily hasn’t quite been mainstreamed yet, and most pet parents, and yes, that includes me…
As a pet mom who firmly believes in the concept of food being medicine for our canine companions, if there is one magic ingredient that I know I can always rely on it’s the ancient golden spice, turmeric. Thanks to its natural anti-inflammatory properties and active compound curcumin, turmeric for dogs offers a whole range…
If you’ve ever nursed a cold with chicken soup, you know warm broth can be comforting. Bone broth for dogs plays a similar role. It’s the nutritious substitute to their regular food that works wonders in helping them tide over sick days as well as a great addition to meals to get picky eaters interested…
If you are a pet parent or planning on taking on this role, learning dog body language should be at the top of your priority list because while dogs can’t speak words, they communicate everything through their posture, tail wags, ear positions, and sounds. As a dog mom of over 15 years, I can say…
Many dog owners notice mood changes in pets and wonder: can dogs get depressed? The first time I noticed it was when my German Shepherd acted all listless and blue the first time he had to spend the night away from my husband, his chosen Alpha. Of course, not fully sure what was causing his…
As a mom to an energetic German Shepherd, who has to spend the better part of his day indoors, I know first-hand the importance of mental exercise for dogs. When left to their devices, dogs get bored out of their minds and from that boredom stems trouble. Now, the degree may vary, depending on the…
It used to happen every fall with the first GSD I brought home. As the leaves began to change color, he would start pawing at his face and rubbing it on the grass like crazy. As a new pet parent at the time, I was at a loss about what was up with him. Clearly,…
If there is anything that pet owners dread and loathe in equal measure, it is fleas. These nasty insects thrive on the blood of mammals, and dogs who love frisking about and rolling in grass become susceptible hosts to these blood-sucking parasites. Once they find their way to your pet’s skin and into your home,…