Can I Leave My dog at home While on Vacation?
All kinds of questions pop up when a pet owner is contemplating leaving their dog at home while on vacation. Who will feed them? Will they play with them? Will they take the dog out as often as they need to? For how long? Last but not least, is the dog better off with a […]
Walking The Dog – Watch Out For Ticks
Ticks spread to ever wider habitats. They pose a risk to hikers, hunters, and nature goers. But not only people get bitten by ticks. Our pets are also at risk of tick bites. And there is no need to venture far out, many of the ticks found in North America have spread to cities where […]
4 Tips for Picking the Right Food for Your Dog
Just like us, our beloved canine companions need high-quality food to lead a long, healthy, and happy life. Different dog breeds have varying sizes, temperaments, and activity levels. This means that they also have different nutritional needs, especially when you consider their age and overall state of health. Moreover, there are numerous brands of commercial […]
Do Huskies Bark? Or Do They Howl?
Every dog owner wants to know the “loudness of their dog”. For future husky owners, that question is do huskies bark? Do huskies howl? How often do they do it? Can you do something about it? Well, we are here to try and answer your questions. Siberian huskies can bark and howl. But the good […]
Can Dogs Eat Licorice?
This is one of the more controversial topics in pet nutrition. Most dog nutritionists will tell you not to feed black licorice to your dog. Why? Because in even moderate amounts, black licorice can prove toxic and fatal for your canine. In small doses, yes, you can give licorice to your puppy. There are some […]
Can Dogs Eat Hazelnuts – Safe Foods for Your Dog
Dogs go nuts for nuts. But the question for owners is, should you give your dog nuts? Can dogs eat hazelnuts, for example? What about almonds? Cashews? Today, we will talk about nuts and which ones you can feed your dog. Some nuts do not pose any risk for your puppy. But others can wreak […]
Can Dogs Have Oat Milk? – Dairy Alternative Explained
When you ask a question like can my dog have this or that, the answer usually falls to “yes”. But what is the catch? You can give it in moderation. You have to pay attention to your dog and see if he develops any symptoms of food allergy or intolerance. The reality is that dogs […]
Can Dogs Have Blackberries – Safe Foods for Your Puppy
Dogs love human food. They love to eat the food we eat, right? Every owner knows that look in his dog’s eyes while we eat. And it is fun to give dogs treats every once in a while. Human food makes for excellent treats. And you can use it for training, motivating your dog even […]
Best Dogs For Allergies And Asthma – Top 10 Hypoallergenic Breeds
For most people, dog hairs do not matter. But people with allergies have trouble with dog hair. It makes living with a dog or a cat a struggle. They cannot even visit friends with pets. The reality is that pet dander can act as a trigger for allergies. And people with allergies have to find […]
Can Dogs Be Autistic? Recognizing and Dealing with the Symptoms
We define autism in humans as “a condition that impacts the nervous system”. Symptoms can vary but usually range from having difficulty being in social situations, communication issues, or exhibiting obsessive interests and repetitive behaviors. We have a history of diagnosing autism in humans. But what about autism in dogs? That field remains a mystery […]