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…
Liver Cancer in Dogs
With liver cancer, the question of euthanasia will be raised. It’s a decision that requires you to “listen” to your dog. Credit: Artur Debat | Getty Images Primary liver, or hepatic, cancer is rare in…
Sorting Through My Books
Here are 96 pounds worth of essential reference books, headed to WDJ’s new editor. Here’s a sign of changing times: I am working to reduce the amount of stuff in my office, and my bookshelves…
How Long Is Kennel Cough Contagious?
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Most dogs prefer fresh, cool water in a clean dish. Changing water every day and cleaning the water bowl are important to ensuring he drinks well. Credit: Alexei Tn | Getty Images Whether your dog…
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…
How To Take Care Of Your Dog’s Teeth And Gums
Clean teeth and gums are very important of the overall health of your dog. Here is some information on the most common dental problems of dogs and ways of treating them. Dog’s common dental problems…
How To Understand And Treat The Causes Of Dog Whining
If you lacked the ability to communicate with words, how would you express yourself to others? This is the challenge confronting your pooch. He can only bark, howl, growl, or whine in order to tell…
Why Dog Snacking Can Lead To Poor Nutrition
There are always times when we worry about our dog’s eating habits. The two most common worries are dog snacking that leads to overeating, and not eating enough. Both can have profound effects of your…