Trimming your dog's nails is an essential part of a healthy grooming routine, but the job can be daunting. Learn more about dog nail trimming techniques.

Known to much of the public for decades as a "toy Collie" or the "little Lassie dog," the Shetland Sheepdog has in recent years come into its own as a distinguished, popular breed — and, happily for its devoted fanciers, the public has moved beyond these inaccurate nicknames. Indeed, although the Shetland Sheepdog, or Sheltie, […]

Giving your dog access to sports, activities, and jobs around the house can provide outlets for dogs' physical and mental energy. 

As natural disasters become more common, it's important to plan ahead in case you and your dog need to someday evacuate your home. One aspect of being prepared for a possible evacuation in the event of a natural disaster involves having things physically ready like making sure your dog is microchipped, preparing “go bags" for […]

Natural disasters affect everyone, including your pets. If you live in a hurricane-prone area, you will need to make certain that you protect your dog from the unique health concerns that can arise during a storm. During a hurricane, dogs are exposed to many of the same dangers as people. Being prepared will keep your […]

Antidepressants and other behavioral medications are often used to treat anxiety in dogs and can be an important part of a behavior modification program.

If you want to offer a naturally enriching, calming, and enjoyable experience, your dog will enjoy a lot of sniffing on a walk.

Paid Advertisement Approximately 10 to 20 percent of the world’s population suffers from allergies to dogs and cats, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). As the number of homes with pets keeps increasing, more people seek solutions to their sensitivity to pet allergens. If you have slight allergies or have a […]

Pulmonary hypertension in dogs is a life-threatening disease that involves higher than normal blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs.

There’s probably only one time in his life when Reas finished last. That’s when he was the final puppy in a litter of five to go to his new home three years ago. That was obviously not his doing. Four other owners passed over him for various reasons. And now the muscular, 51-pound Whippet, owned […]