Calgary pet rescue concerned by rate of animal abandonment across the province
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Across Calgary, pet rescues and other animal organizations are filled to capacity with hundreds of cats and dogs in their care. A growing trend of pets being…
Halloween Pet Safety
Costumes can be fun but be sure to give your dog plenty of time to get used to wearing one. Credit: Irina Kashaeva | Getty Images It’s the season for costumes, candy, and creepy décor.…
How often do you vaccinate for parvo?
It’s only anecdotal evidence, but Otto lived to nearly 16 years old in a household with many foster dogs and puppies from a local shelter. Despite never receiving a parvo vaccine after the age of…
What Should You Do if Your Dog Ate a Dryer Sheet?
Dogs eat what seems like the most random things, especially around the house. There are a number of household hazards that your pet may decide to ingest, including dryer sheets, which contain a number of…
My Dog Is Throwing Up Undigested Food
Primary megaesophagus shows up in puppies. The Wire-Haired Fox Terrier (pictured) and Miniature Schnauzer breeds have a genetic marker for the disease. Your dog stands up and quietly deposits his dinner from three hours ago…
How to Train Your Dog for Conformation
When you think of dog shows what most people picture is the sport of conformation. Handlers make conformation look easy, but it actually takes a lot of work to ensure dogs have the right training…
How to Tell If Your Dog Is Playing or Fighting
Dogs play rough, and things can escalate into a fight quickly. These two are having a good time, but the owners should be aware of signs that indicate a brewing fight and end the interaction…
Does Your Dog Need a Sweater? Why Some Dogs Benefit From Sweaters
From holiday sweaters to hoodies, there are a variety of dog sweaters available on the market. But aside from looking cute, does your dog really need one? For some dogs, the answer is yes. As…
How Much Does It Cost to Own a Dog?
Dogs are a financial responsibility, but they pay you back with unconditional love every single day. Few things are as rewarding as bringing a dog into your family. They bring us companionship, unconditional love, a…
Why Do Dogs Roll in Poop?
Even though it is a normal canine behavior, seeing a dog rolling in the grass can trigger alarm bells for owners whose dogs regularly roll in poop and dead things. Credit: Purple Collar Pet Photography…
How Much Do Dogs Understand Humans?
While there are some limits to how much dogs can understand humans, most can figure out quite a lot when it comes to cross-species communication. Credit: chris-mueller | Getty Images Any dog lover will tell…
Life Saving Surgery Saves Tiny Puppy With Heart Defect
A tiny Maltese puppy called Carter had live saving heart surgery at Washington State University with a new procedure for a deadly but common congenital heart defect. There have been a small number of other…
New Rules For Bringing A Dog Across The U.S. Border
Coming this summer, travelers bringing a dog into the U.S. will have to navigate complicated new rules for bringing a dog across the U.S. border. Commencing on August 1, 2024, the U.S. Center for Disease…
Is A Dog Cooling Mat Worth It? Everything You Need to Know
Is A Dog Cooling Mat Worth It? Everything You Need to Know is a post from Golden Woofs. All photographs are copyrighted. You need permission to re-post this post. The summer heat is here! If…
Is An Ethical Focus On Dog Vegan Diets Safe?
A Systematic Review of Vegan Diets The bond between owners and their dogs is a strong one, and it’s well known that owners put a special focus on dog vegan diets. This focus has coincided…