Dog Dewclaw Care
Keeping Your Dog’s Dewclaws Trimmed When you trim your dog’s nails, you should pay special attention to his dewclaws. Dewclaws are found above the paw’s toes and are similar to human thumbs except they aren’t functional. They can be found on the front and hind legs. In many dogs, the dewclaws never touch the ground […]
Training Dogs to Assist People in Wheelchairs
Wheelchair Assistance Dogs We all know dogs are wonderful companions and they can be especially beneficial for a person in a wheelchair. However, it is extremely important you pick the dog breed that will thrive in the kind of lifestyle you live. If you don’t, chances are you’ll be contacting your local dog trainer or […]
Facts About Catnip
Cats and Catnip Catnip (also known as catmint, cat’s play, catswort, Chi Hsueh Tsao) is a perennial herb. As a member of the mint family, it’s best known for its hallucinogenic effects on cats. Catnip is native to Europe, Africa and Asia plus it grows in some parts of Canada and the Midwestern United States. […]
What to Do If Your Dog Gets Hit By a Car
My Dog Got Hit By a Car Dealing With a Dog Owner’s Worst Nightmare By Vesna Smedberg, RVT One of the worst scenarios for any dog owner is having your pet get hit by a car. Even if it doesn’t happen to yours, you can be prepared to properly assist the animal in need. 1. […]
Drying a Dog After a Bath
How to Dry Your Dog When it comes to dog grooming, one of the most daunting tasks can be drying. Depending on the pet, you may have to use a variety of tools to get the job done. In this article, we discuss different drying tools that can be used for drying your dog. Ensure […]
Train Your Dog to Run on a Treadmill
Treadmill Train Your Dog One of the major causes of dog behavior problems is lack of exercise. Dogs are born to run, jump, chase and bite. If dogs don’t have the opportunity to exercise, they’ll probably develop underlying behavioral problems that owners aren’t going to like. Learning to train your dog to use a treadmill […]
How to Prepare Your Dog for Vet Visits
Preparing Your Dog to Visit the Veterinarian An inevitable part of a good dog owner’s duties is to maintain her pet’s health. Naturally, keeping your dog healthy involves an annual visit to the dreaded veterinarian. Even the word “veterinarian” strikes fear into the hearts of many otherwise brave dogs, and you may find yourself unable […]
