For quite some time I’ve thought my Rottweiler was obsessed with me and my partner too… and you know what? Sometimes we just worry too much and what we may perceive as so-called obsession turns out to be nothing more than harmless affection. That being said, once the thin line of affection to obsession is … Read more
If you have a dog and are thinking about adding a bearded dragon to your family (or vice versa), the first thing you might want to know is if these specific individuals will get along. While there are some guidelines for dogs with pet lizards in general, it always comes down to your specific circumstances … Read more
While some dog owners deem feeding once per day cruel, others assume it’s the healthiest option. My Rottweiler went from 3 to 2 feedings when she was around six months. But then I read about the dog equivalent of “intermittent fasting” and wondered if there were any health benefits to “skipping” one feeding now and … Read more
Veterinary reviewed by Nicole Wanner, DVM.
Sore paws between the paws or even just really rough and raw paw pads can not only be a nuisance, but they can also spiral into serious infections. If a wound, injury, infection, or underlying cause isn’t treated, your dog’s paw pad problem might become worse quite quickly. However, you don’t have to panic right … Read more
Everybody who has ever thought about introducing another dog into their home probably had to deal with this. I know I have dealt with it. My struggle was the other way around. Rottweiler is an unspayed female, but it’s basically the same. Depending on who claims the rightful throne in your home, if you’re thinking … Read more
Everybody who’s been around dogs has noticed this behavior – the infamous paw. Dogs can paw at you for a variety of reasons and it’s not always what you might think at first. Some find this behavior extremely cute and even introduce the classic “shake” or “paw” as a command. Others don’t like muddy paws … Read more
While many articles explore how much dogs sleep during the day, surprisingly little is said about their nighttime sleep. Sleeping at night is not only essential for your pup’s development and health, but also for your own. You might want to know what amount of sleep is normal so you can spot possible health issues … Read more
Whether you’re looking into the Rottweiler as your potential next dog breed or you’ve just heard about the different types, the labeling can surely be confusing. Serbian Rottweiler, German Rottweiler, you’ll probably also hear about the American or even Russian Rottweiler. Let’s stick to the two main types and see how it influences breeding across … Read more
Bear hunting with dogs brings a whole range of emotions to mind. More specifically, the pretty controversial bear hounding. However, there’s also another variant of bear hunting (which could actually be beneficial to wildlife). But first, let’s explore bear hounding and why it often damages wildlife populations. Some people disguise hounding as a service to … Read more
Pugs and all their features are a sight to behold. At least that’s what breed enthusiasts would tell you. Where Pug lovers see a cute snout, researchers, medical staff, and concerned dog owners see a respiratory issue waiting to happen. Where Pug lovers see a cute skull, others wince at the thought of that skull … Read more