When Scout the Labrador Retriever was a puppy, she loved her wool blanket toy. Her owner, Bill Vore, would drag it around as she chased it. Then they would play hide-and-seek with it out in the snow. Sounds like a devoted owner having fun with his pup, but it was far more than that. Vore […]

Wondering why your dog is chewing on weeds and grass on your walks? Here's a few of the reasons why dogs may chew on grass.

January 1952: The luxury passenger train City of San Francisco labored through deep snows and the winds of a fierce blizzard in the Sierra Mountains. With a final clatter, the train ground to a halt, snowbound with 226 passengers onboard—trapped in the infamous Donner Pass. Desperate to clear the tracks, Southern Pacific tried everything— and […]

Dog dental treats are useful but have important safety tips to keep in mind. Here's what you need to know before buying dental treats for your dog.

Every day, in animal hospitals around the country, dog owners receive the devastating news that there's something seriously wrong with their pet. When the unexpected happens, the cost of pet healthcare can quickly burn through any budget, and according to the American Academy of Actuaries, only 1 to 2 percent of American pets are insured. So […]

Distemper is one of the most serious diseases your dog can get. It is also one of the most preventable. Here are the facts, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention methods that every dog owner needs to know about distemper. What Is Canine Distemper? Canine distemper should sound familiar to you if your dog is up-to-date […]

Rescue Dog Provides Vital Services at Crisis Center Spaniel-mix Penny is a valued staff member at Crisis Center North in Pennsylvania. Her ability to “read” clients and give them the help they need has earned her an Honorable Mention honor in the 2021 AKC Awards for Canine Excellence. Read her story: Office staff looked forward […]

Bills regulating dogs being outdoors and unattended in certain weather conditions and temperatures continue to advance in the Maryland Senate. Yesterday, the Maryland Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee voted to give a favorable report on Senate Bill 44 as introduced.  The bill now goes to the full Senate where it is up for second consideration tomorrow, […]

There are almost 77 million pet dogs in the United States. That's a whole lot of bags of poop being sent to landfills! Cumulatively, our beloved companions have a major environmental impact—in fact, one study has found that a medium-sized dog has the same carbon footprint as a large SUV. So how can we care for our […]

There's nothing like heading off to the dog park to let your pooch pal around with some new canine buddies. But not all dogs are a fan of making friends with their own kind. Some dogs may be reactive or hide when faced with a new potential canine friend, avoiding other dogs at all costs. […]