Dog Health

The most common problem associated with aging dogs is obesity. According to Ron Hines DVM, he sees about four in 10 overweight dogs. As dogs age,...

Romps in the freshly fallen snow can be a lot of fun for your dog – and you – but winter can also bring with it a lot of hazards for your canine...

When pets are not feeling well, they can't tell us what is wrong, and as their caregivers, it is important for us to find a vet that is able to...

Dogs are more than pets they are unquestionably man’s (and woman’s) best friend. So when your best friend dies, it is heartbreaking. Grieving When...

When owning a dog it is imperative that you know how to administer basic first aid. To be able to act immediately if a dog is injured or is taken ill...

Fleas are ugly, nasty parasites that are one of the most difficult critters to get rid of. Which is why, prevention - all year long, is...

We’ve all heard that spaying or neutering dogs helps control the pet population. But are there any other benefits to spaying/neutering? Are there any...

Going on vacation is meant to be a relaxing experience. But when you have a dog or two who are not going on holidays with you, time away from them...

No matter your breed of dog, they all need to be groomed. Grooming consists of brushing, bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning and brushing their...

Certain breeds of dog require their coat to be stripped by hand at least twice each year. Once taught an owner should be able to carry out this...

Your dog has just delivered a litter of healthy puppies. In order to help them remain healthy and prepare them for a great life – in someone else’s...

The pitter-patter of puppy paws. Nothing is more precious than a litter of newborn puppies. However, in order for mum to give birth to a healthy...

In many instances there is no reason to use harsh chemical treatments for a dog’s minor ailments. For centuries natural and alternative treatments...

All too soon the young puppy we introduced into the family home is old and frail and it is time to say goodbye. Sometimes this is earlier than their...

Every year we take our dogs to the vet for an annual check-up. Most of the time, dogs come out of the exam with a clean bill of health, plus a couple...

No one can look into the future and see what is in store for us or our pets. There are times in our lives when we can no longer take care of our pets...

Worms - not something you want the vet telling you your dog has. Worms found in dogs are just as unpleasant to look at as the ones found on the...