There is a lot of information about H1N1 (Swine) flu and how to protect yourself and your family. But what about our dogs? Can they catch or spread H1N1 (Swine) flu to each other or members of their human family? In all probabilities the answer is no. This isn’t an absolute answer however, as viruses [...]
Traveling with a pet this summer can be lots of fun, but there are some rules, regulations and safety tips you should know about if you are planning to take to the skies.When taking a commercial airline with your pet, you should call ahead and check out their Web site for more information. Each airline [...]
Does a flash of lightning or a rumble of thunder cause your dog to tremble or pant uncontrollably? Did last year’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration prompt him to drool as though he were teething or to have a housetraining accident? If any of these scenarios have occurred, or if he shows other signs of [...]
Every day in communities across Canada and the US, a bond is broken. It’s the bond between people and their pets, resulting in millions of pets being surrendered to shelters each year. And little has been known about the reasons why until now. In a study conducted by the National Council on Pet Population Study [...]
Plump whole chickens, choice cuts of beef, fresh grains, and all the wholesome nutrition your dog or cat will ever need. These are the images pet food manufacturers promulgate through the media and advertising. This is what the $11 billion per year U.S. pet food industry wants consumers to believe they are buying when they [...]
Try these 10 tips to get the most from brushing and combing: 1. Match the brush to your dog’s coat type. Use a curved wire slicker or pin brush for long haired breeds (such as Lhasa Apsos and Old English Sheepdogs), a regular wire slicker on medium or short coats with dense undercoat (Terriers, German [...]
Dog bites are often the result of negligent owners. Potential victims can only try to avoid being in the wrong place at the wrong time. But if a pit bull leaps over a fence and attacks your small dog, what can you do to stop it? Without a firearm or a break stick, yourself and [...]
The arrival of a baby is a wonderful and joyous occasion for a family, but there is one member of the household-the family pet-who might need some special attention and understanding to help it cope with the new addition. Most pets will need some extra attention when a family introduces a new baby to the [...]
Dogs are just like people when it comes to liking something. They have different tastes and feelings towards different things. Certain dogs may like one taste of dog food while another may not even give it a chance. The only way to know what your dog will like for dog treats is to try different [...]
Young children are especially vulnerable to severe dog bites in the head and neck areas, and there is a correlation between cases of dog bites and rising temperatures, according to new research published in the March 2009 issue of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. In an evaluation of 84 cases of dog bites in children over [...]
