Holistic Care /By Dr Karen Gellman The most common reasons for avoiding nail trims are that the owner is afraid of “quicking” the dog, or that the dog fusses and … Continue reading A Stress-Free Way For Trimming Your Dog’s Toenails
Ear Infections in Dogs: Symptoms and Treatment
Canine ear infections are most commonly caused by bacteria or yeast. Ear mites, excessive hair, moisture or wax, foreign bodies, allergies, and hypothyroidism can all be contributing factors in the … Continue reading Ear Infections in Dogs: Symptoms and Treatment
Loose Leash Walking
If your dog pulls on the leash whenever you walk, then those walks are neither healthy nor relaxing for either of you. Those walks aren’t safe either. When I see … Continue reading Loose Leash Walking
Dog Teeth Cleaning & Dental Care
Does your dog have bad breath? Are their teeth clean? We take a look at the importance of proper dental care for your dog and share some tips to help … Continue reading Dog Teeth Cleaning & Dental Care
10 Reasons Not to Use a Retractable Leash
By Dr. Becker @ Healthy Pets A retractable leash is not so much a leash as it is a length of thin cord wound around a spring-loaded device housed inside … Continue reading 10 Reasons Not to Use a Retractable Leash
Heartworms in Dogs: Facts and Myths
WebMD separates the facts from fiction about canine heartworms. By Sandy Eckstein Heartworms in dogs are easy to prevent, but difficult and costly to cure. We asked Sheldon Rubin, 2007-2010 president … Continue reading Heartworms in Dogs: Facts and Myths
Why Spay or Neuter?
If you think that just having one or two litters won’t hurt anybody, this fact should change your mind: according to the Humane Society of the United States, 10,000 babies … Continue reading Why Spay or Neuter?