Let’s face it, taking pills is not a walk in the park. Likewise, your dog is likely not excited to take their medication—no matter how good it is for them. Luckily, there are several creative ways to administer medicine to pets who aren’t so keen. Trying out a new method could make all the difference between a bumpy ride and smooth sailing.
Nearly every dog owner aspires to communicate with their pet––to know what they’re thinking and what they need without guessing. Most dogs give signals and it’s up to their owner to recognize these signs, take action, and tend to their pet in the way they need.
Is your dog getting enough exercise? Recent studies have shown that one-quarter of all dogs are overweight, so making sure your dog gets enough exercise is important to maintain a long, happy life.
It's natural and instinctive for dogs to chew; chewing helps strengthen dogs' jaws. Chewing on hard objects helps scrape away tartar and plaque from dogs' teeth, keeping their teeth and gums clean. A cleaner mouth promotes better overall health in the animal and helps control "doggy breath." But just how safe are popular chew options like Rawhides?
You might have heard of emotional support dogs, but are you familiar with the role of this type of working dog? Though different from service animals, emotional support dogs play an important role in the mental health and safety of their handlers.
Fostering a dog is an important part of rescuing animals and helping shelters. It helps reduce the number of homeless dogs in animal shelters and gives them a loving home where they can play, grow, and flourish. Unlike owning a dog, fostering is temporary, and gives a homeless dog a home until they are adopted.
