Veterinary reviewed by Nicole Wanner, DVM.
On one hand, your regular dog owner is not really informed about bloat. On the other hand, we have informed dog owners breaking a sweat the second they notice symptoms that might fit bloat. To this day, bloat partly remains a medical mystery. There have been studies exploring breed pre-dispositions for bloat and non-dietary as … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Elizabeth Racine, DVM.
Avid swimmers in the canine world are living on the edge. And yet, many well-meaning dog owners are not aware of the dangers water can pose. Some of you might’ve heard about dangers lurking in bacteria-infested waters or dogs drowning long after swimming (so-called dry drowning). So it’s totally understandable that you’re worried if your … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Dr. Linda Simon.
There must be a switch inside of some dogs that makes them go bonkers once they see wood. And that wood comes in many shapes and sizes. Sticks, driftwood, bark, wood chips, heck some dogs even chew wooden furniture. Well, to be fair, furniture is a top contender among all dogs regardless of material. And … Read more
To many dog owners, the concept of a crate seems cruel. It’s hard to grasp that confining a person, let alone an animal with wild instincts, is beneficial. And I can totally understand where they’re coming from. Since you’re reading this, you might also be on the fence about the whole crate thing. There’s so … Read more
Ah, the good old question of where to let your puppy sleep. In your bedroom? Another room? Downstairs? In a crate? On the bed? I’ve been there. When I brought my 8-week-old Rottweiler puppy home, we had a plan and even though stuff like schedules will change, you should stick to the sleeping choices. Why? … Read more
First-time dog owners are often caught off-guard by their dog’s growling during play. But first-timers aren’t the only ones who may be surprised. Experienced owners might have never encountered a growly dog. Growling is usually not limited to playing tug-of-war. It also happens when dogs play with each other. You might’ve heard that growling is … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Nicole Wanner, DVM.
Unspayed female dogs have to overcome quite a few obstacles every heat cycle. Not only are male dogs going crazy around them, but they’re also facing potential experience health issues. The behavior changes, the bleeding is going strong for over a week, and physical symptoms include enlarged nipples. My Rottweiler’s enlarged nipples actually served as … Read more
You don’t have to fancy dark clothing and dramatic makeup in order to love a name with a dark touch. Dog names that are inspired by goth culture, horror, nature, and mythology can be super elegant and unique as well as eerie and “evil”. As Goth is such a big subculture, you can also take … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Dr. Linda Simon.
Every dog owner will be confronted with the dreadful nail cutting. Unless you’re a pro or you’ve just had blessed clipping sessions, you’re probably dreading it for one of two (or both) reasons. The prime reason is the fear of cutting into your dog’s nails. And the second source of anxiety is your dog’s fear … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Dr. Linda Simon.
If your dog has recently been spayed, you’re probably wondering what she’s allowed to do and what not. The list of things to consider is pretty long. Walks, car rides, playtime, getting up on the couch, jumping, running, and so on. Of course, the less pressure you put on your dog’s incision, the faster she’ll … Read more