Dog Food Ingredients

The American pet food industry brings in $16.1 billion each year selling a variety of food products, but which one is best?  If you spend any time searching the Internet for nutritional information about dog food, you will soon find that there is a huge controversy between those who feed commercial dog foods and those […]

Doggie Strains and Sprains

As summer starts warming up the weather, it’s time to remember to warm up our dogs before taking them out for vigorous physical exercise.  If you and your dog have begun to resemble couch potatoes over the long, cold winter, your muscles will need some conditioning before you begin jogging or participating in other outdoor […]

Top Five Signs of Canine Cancer

Canine cancer:  it’s a diagnosis that strikes fear in the bravest of us; so much so that we might want to ignore the warning signs to avoid hearing the word.  This isn’t usually the best strategy, however, as early detection is conclusively linked to longer survival. Maggie’s Story My Golden Retriever Maggie was given a […]

Summer Hazards

Summer is a great time to be outdoors with your dog, but there are several hazards you’ll need to address to keep your dog safe while he or she enjoys the lovely weather. Whether you garden or just barely keep your lawn mowed, whether you plan on vacationing near or far, and whether summer means […]

The Dreaded Parvovirus

If you follow celebrity news, you’ll know that Oprah recently took in two Cocker Spaniel Puppies from Paws Chicago.  Soon after she got them, little Ivan passed away from Parvovirus.  Sadie, who also had the disease, recovered.  Parvo is one of the most common viral illnesses in dogs, and is particularly common in puppies. So, […]

The BARF Diet

OK, so I’m not wild about the name of this diet, but it does have some good qualities.  BARF, quite simply, stands for Bones and Raw Food or sometimes Biologically Appropriate Raw Food. Bones Although bones may seem like they’re dead, they are actually living tissue and a very good source of nutrients.  They are […]

Aging “Gray”cefully

Canine aging is not all that different from human aging, although it happens much too soon, as most of us dog guardians know.  You can expect your dog to start showing signs of aging at about middle-age, or 7 years of age for most dogs.  Larger dogs such as Great Danes or Mastiffs have a […]

What’s the Big Deal about Puppy Mills?

If you are considering purchasing a puppy for your family, you may be drawn to the cute puppies in the pet store window.  They are cute as a button, and usually priced more reasonably than those you might find from a breeder.  So why is it a bad thing to buy from a pet store? […]

Homemade Treats

Seems like we generally have more time in the winter to spend with our dogs while the cold weather keeps us indoors more often than not. One way to combat cabin fever and provide your dog with a special treat is to make some cookies to fill the treat jar. Bullwrinkle has an extensive listing […]

Brush Your Dog’s Teeth

Have you taken a good look at your dog’s teeth lately? Experts recommend that we brush our dogs’ teeth often to prevent bad breath, plaque, and tartar build-up. An in-depth article on oral care is available in the dog den at doggies.com. Here are some highlights. Food particles trapped between the teeth cause bacteria to […]

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