Millions of people have welcomed four legged friends into the family, in particular, the cuddly mutt. While a lot can be said for a purebred’s beauty and grace, mutts are often healthier overall with fewer temperamental problems. This desirable tendency results from breeding within a larger genetic pool where there are fewer chances for unfavorable genes…
The raw food diet for dogs was originally known as the Biologically Appropriate Raw Food diet (BARF). This acronym was not exactly a marketing coup. The theory behind both BARF and the raw food diet is exactly the same. It is based on the premise that raw meats, bones, and vegetables are healthier for dogs than processed…
Ivermectin for dogs is a medication that is primarily used for the prevention of heartworms. The drug is FDA approved for this purpose and also for the treatment of ear mites. It can be used for treating mange in dogs, although it has not received FDA approval for this purpose. It also works against most stomach parasites, with…
Raw dog food is essentially uncooked meat, soft bones, and other raw ingredients fed to dogs. The diet aims to mimic what domesticated dogs would eat if they were wild, which is a diet similar to that of dingos and wolves. This type of animal food is either prepared by the pet owner or purchased…
Vegan dog food is dog food that does not contain any animal meat or animal based products. Some may choose to feed their dog vegan dog food for health or moral reasons. It is important to make sure that all vegan dog food provides a healthy, balanced diet that is suitable for a dog. Humans who…
Many pet owners like to purchase dog treats for their dogs to reward them for good behavior, assist with training, or to give them something to chew on instead of the furniture. When buying dog treats, be aware that there are a wide range of products from simple rawhide chews to more processed options like…
Your pregnant dog has some special needs during her pregnancy. Most dogs are able to progress through pregnancy with just a little extra attention. The typical dog pregnancy lasts about 63 days, and if your dog’s pregnancy is a surprise, you’re unlikely to notice at first. If you suspect your dog is pregnant, you should…
Most experts think that dogs chase their tails — also known as whirling — for multiple reasons, including boredom, hyperactivity, litter experience and the desire for attention. Other theories assert that the activity comes from the prey drive, stress, discomfort, medical problems or genetics. Much more research is necessary before professionals can say for sure…
Exasperated dog owners often ask this question. Multiple dog owners are just as perplexed as to why one or two of their dogs eat their own poop regularly while the other dogs in the pack never do. Unfortunately, the typical answers usually bring little satisfaction, much less help in getting their dogs to stop eating…
Squeaky toys are a popular gift item for dogs, even if their popularity does not always extend to dog owners. There can be no doubt, however, that most dogs like squeaky toys, especially the ones which resemble real life prey. The idea of capturing and ultimately dispatching a rubberized mouse, complete with squeaks, has an…