Has ever the sight of seeing your furry companion chewing on a large mouthful of grass freaked you out? Have you ever wondered why your four-legged friend eats grass when appropriately fed? While you might panic and think grass eating habit of your pet is a sign of illness, do note that eating grass is … Read more
Like humans develop food allergies, sensitivity, or intolerance to a particular food, our dogs can get them, too. Dogs of all sizes, breeds, and ages can develop food allergies, which can be frustrating to manage. They can be caused due to environmental allergens or by our dogs’ food. WHAT CAUSES FOOD ALLERGIES IN DOGS? Environmental … Read more
Today, most households have furry companions that are considered and treated as full-fledged family members. However, raising a pet is not easy on the pocket, as it involves a lot of expenses, such as food, accessories, grooming supplies, vaccines, and medications. Not to forget the constant increase in veterinary costs due to the usage of … Read more
Do you want to adopt a dog but aren’t sure because of your 9 to 5 job, social life after work, and several errands in between? Dog ownership may not seem perfect to you, yet the majority of pet owners share your busy daily routine. Owning a dog requires a full-time commitment. So how can … Read more
It’s hard to imagine a dog not enjoying their super-premium, meat-first, top-dollar, fancy extra super dog chow since everyone who owns a dog knows they’re programmed to eat some pretty disgusting things (cat excrement, garbage, dead animals), right? Actually, picky eating habits are a regular issue for pet owners and a significant source of worry … Read more
Two of my own dog training “holy grails” have been accomplished by Lewis and me. He is capable of both patiently waiting in another room while I train Clara and successfully stationing himself in the same room. Hallelujah! These skills have wide-ranging implications I’ve spent the most of my training time with Lewis since since … Read more
A topic regarding how dogs learn surfaced on Psychology Today’s Canine Corner. Although they don’t mention cats, I nevertheless included cats in this story. Can our pets learn from us? is not the problem. The question is: Can they learn by simply watching and listening to us, like young children do? Can cats and dogs … Read more
Dogs are among the most devoted animals in existence, as is common knowledge. Both humans and pets admire each other, but why are dogs so devoted to their masters? Is it hereditary, environmental, or perhaps a result of our influence on them? What advantage does their species’ allegiance serve them, furthermore? Or is it just … Read more
Why does my dog pee in the pool – For some reason, many dogs do not know how to swim, or like to swim. It might be because of the way we treat them, or maybe that is just the way they are. However, there are some dogs that do get a kick out of … Read more
Why does my dog stay in another room – We all love our dogs, but sometimes they can really get on our nerves. That’s especially true when they refuse to stop barking, whining, or howling. So what’s wrong with your dog? It could be that he’s lonely. Many dogs get separation anxiety when they are … Read more
