Dog Lifestyle

My first dog training class, in 1968, involved my adolescent Saint Bernard and an ex-marine instructor who hung a Basenji off a choke chain for not sitting when told. Me and my dog walked out. Years later, in the 80’s, I became interested in dog training and took a friend’s dog to classes for the

No, Your Ultrasonic Humidifier Doesn’t Hurt Your Dog’s Ears The mechanism in an ultrasonic humidifier has a frequency much too high for dogs to hear. Ultrasonic humidifiers use frequencies ranging from approximately 1,600,000 Hz to 3,000,000 Hz. Dogs can hear up to 45,000 Hz. The sound produced by this very high-frequency device is profoundly out

I accidentally punished my dog’s behavior with a wad of cotton. Lewis and I are participating in Dr. Mindy Waite’s husbandry study on ear cleaning. The goal of the study is to be able to wipe the dog’s ear with some cleaning solution on a cotton ball while he happily cooperates. The protocol starts with

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. Your normally fearless puppy hides when people try to pet her. Just yesterday, she loved attention from strangers.  Now, however, she cowers and trembles. You wonder what happened.  Your puppy may be experiencing a fear period. 

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. Have you ever wondered the difference between the two snow dogs: Malamute vs Husky? If you’re like me then you may have inadvertently mixed up these two beautiful breeds. Although Alaskan Malamutes (aka Mals) and Siberian

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. One of the biggest complaints I get from my clients is that their dog begs or counter-surfs while they eat dinner or cook. Most dogs are highly motivated by food and search for anything good to

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. Psychiatric service dogs are also known as psychiatric assistance dogs. Psychiatric service dogs are lawfully recognized service animals by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Psychiatric service dogs assist people with mental health disorders function in

This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. If you’re looking for a small dog then a toy poodle might be the breed for you. Now you may be wondering how big do toy poodles get when full grown? A toy poodle may be

What is Incontinence? Incontinence is when a dog cannot control their bowels and bladder. This can happen to an older dog who was previously house-trained, a dog that has become paralyzed and no longer has control over those muscles, or just a symptom of a UTI (urinary tract infection). The severity of incontinence can range

The Buddy Up™ Harness helps you to lift, carry, and support a senior pet with mobility issues. Offer your pet the pet the support they need to stay active! Safely Lift and Support Large Breed Dogs Each Buddy Up™ Harness is available in four sizes to fit pets from 30 lbs. to 150 lbs. This

What is a Carpal Hyperextension? Hyperextension of the carpal is a joint condition that involves the supportive ligaments or soft tissue in the forelimb and wrist of the dog. Hyperextension is the excessive joint movement where the angle formed by the bones of a particular joint is opened or straightened beyond its normal, healthy range of

Discospondylitis is a spinal infection that impacts dogs, although there have been reported cases in cats. This infection affects a dog’s spine, intervertebral discs, and neighboring plates. It starts in the urinary tract, then travels to the spinal discs through the bloodstream. In its beginning stages, it causes pain, and if the infection progresses, it

Did you know that some plants could be toxic to your pup? Eating a poisonous plant can be incredibly dangerous for your dog or cat. Unfortunately, several house plants can cause severe issues if ingested by your pet, so before turning your home into a greenhouse, here are some plants to avoid or keep out

To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. A flea infestation is arguably the worst part of owning pets. These prolific parasites can take over your home in a matter of days if you don’t get them under control quickly. If you’ve found a few fleas

To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Diabetes in dogs is becoming a more common diagnosis. This chronic disease can lead to severe health complications, especially when left untreated. It’s best to sign your dog up for pet insurance before any health conditions or symptoms

To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Many of us pup owners have to walk our dogs once the sun goes down or early in the morning before the sun fully rises. If you’re among us twilight or nighttime walkers, you may wonder, do dogs

To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Taking your puppy or dog to the vet to get their shots is part of being a responsible dog owner. It is one of the best ways to help your dog achieve a long and healthy life by

To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Golden Retrievers have ranked in the top five most popular breeds in the U.S. since the 1980s. As a proud golden owner, you know this intelligent, friendly, loyal, and fun-loving breed makes an amazing family pet. And you