How do you know if your dog is stressed? Experts have identified some of the anxious behaviors your companion dog may exhibit: Aggression Anxiety Avoidance Barking Crouching Crying or whining …
How does stress affect a dog’s long-term health? Read More »
Several studies have predicted that the increase of seasonal allergies is due to climate change. Indeed, these studies suggest that the increases and numbers affected will likely continue. We and …
“Oh, that’s the spot.” Many of us companion dog parents say that when our pooches involuntarily start moving their legs when scratching their bellies. According to experts, that’s probably not …
Is that the spot? Why does my dog kick when I scratch him? Read More »
Previously, atopic dermatitis in dogs and cats specifically referred to an environmental (inhalant or contact) or seasonal allergen that causes flare ups in companion pets that typically are genetically predisposed …
Was your first reaction, “That’s easy. Peanut butter.”? Peanut butter is definitely one method to get your companion pet to take medication. Problem is that peanut butter is highly allergenic …
How to Get Your Companion Pet to Take Medication Read More »
The involvement of animals in classrooms has become more and more popular lately. In fact, a study carried out by the Waltham Centre has recently found that “the inclusion of …
Pets in the Classroom: 4 Reasons Why They Help Children Study Read More »
Acral lick granulomas – which are also known as acral lick dermatitis – are skin lesions that are typically found on a dog’s lower limb or flank and are caused …
If you think your companion dog has hot spots and look it up on the internet, you will be bombarded with three different terms: superficial pyoderma, acute moist dermatitis, or …
Oftentimes, when dog companion parents notice something a bit odd about their companion dog’s paws, they assume the dog stepped in, walked through, or got something lodged in the paws. …
Dog Paw Inflammation: More Important Than You Know Read More »
Bugs have been out in full-force this summer! Whether insects are simply swarming or actually biting, they can be aggravating. To seek relief from the itchiness caused by bug bite …
