While the world focuses on the pandemic, another public-health crisis is brewing: antibiotic resistance. According to the United Nations, illnesses that are resistant to human medications could cause up to 10 million deaths a year by 2050. And our beloved dogs' food could be contributing to the crisis. Testing Dog Food for Dangerous Bacteria British […]

It's easy (and dangerous) for dogs to become overheated. Here's how to recognize signs of overheated dogs, how to prevent overheating, and what to do if you think you have an overheated dog.

Hot spots are one of the most common skin conditions in dogs, particularly in the summer months. These painful, oozing sores can appear seemingly out of nowhere and often spread rapidly. While they are frustrating to deal with, this common condition can be aided by hot spot treatments, and even prevented with the right management […]

Dogs quickly make their way into our hearts as our best friends, sports partners, and, sometimes, our greatest support system. At least that’s what Jennifer Lee found in Little Boo. Boo is 5.5-year-old, 12-pound Norwich Terrier who spends just as much time at home on an Agility course as he is on the living-room sofa. […]

To escape the war in Ukraine, Rozaliia Raison left the Cherkasy region with her Pomeranian, Perseya, and the fluffy dog's orange chew ring tucked inside her backpack. Raison, her husband, mother, and their Pom traveled nearly 9,000 miles before reaching the U.S.-Mexico border. But before reaching freedom in the United States, Raison and Perseya, named after […]

Whether for a wellness exam or a health issue, at some point, your vet will need you to collect a dog urine sample. This task can be daunting. After all, how do you get your dog to cooperate? With these simple tips and a little training, you can collect urine samples without stressing your pet […]

What are the common causes of dog limping, and when should you take your limping dog to the vet? Learn what to look for and what to do.

Before dog shows were established, a terrier’s primary credential to earn a place to live and regular meals was its ability to dispatch a wide variety of small vermin for work and sport. While most terriers devel­ oped slowly, some were created at the behest of an individual and assumed their familiar form and function […]

Through the years, many different breeds have won Best in Show at New York City’s Westminster Dog Show, including the 2022 winner Trumpet the Bloodhound.

Shedding happens. It's a fact. You can always count on locks losing their grip when spring or early autumn rolls around and dogs shed their seasonal coats. Environmental factors like temperature, nutrition, and stress can also affect canine coat loss. But while some loose hair occurs routinely during a dog's hair growth cycles, thinning hair […]