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Unless you have a full-time dog walker, you probably come in contact with your dog’s poop on a daily basis. Let’s face it, it’s hard not to notice what it looks like when you’re the one having to pick it up. Typically your dog’s feces should be a couple of...

Your dog’s digestive system is complex, and at times, can be a little temperamental. While some GI tract issues can be fixed with a simple dog digestive supplement, other health problems may need a more aggressive treatment plan. There are many possibilities for why your dog may be experiencing gastric...

Ask any vet, and they will tell you that a healthy digestive tract is the best marker for a healthy dog. From vigorous appetite to regular bowel movements, your dog’s diet and digestion are what keeps him at the top of his game. While a daily dog digestion supplement can...

Green-lipped mussels aren’t much to look at. These mollusks, native to New Zealand, appear much like others of their kind.  The big difference? The green rim on their shells that gives them their name. Of course, that’s just the external difference. Because these otherwise unimpressive creatures have been found to...

As animals age, they start to slow down, just like humans do.  They play less, walk less, and sometimes they eat less and sleep more.  While the aging process is usually the cause for these changes, a lessening in physical activity can also be a sign of arthritis in dogs,...

If a living thing has bones and joints, then it can experience joint pain, and this includes not only people, but all mammals, as well as other creatures.  Unfortunately, this means that our canine companions can and often do experience chronic joint pain as a result of many factors, and...

Pomeranian Auggie used to just climb right up into bed with his owners. But one day, he just couldn’t do it anymore. They had to get special stairs to help him up. Chihuahua Tony once laid with his tail in a bowl of water for hours. Why? Because it hurt...

How do you know when your dog is suffering from hip pain or sensitivity? Life would be much easier if your fur baby could simply open her mouth and explain what she’s feeling. Instead, you can learn to pick up on subtle clues when your dog is less than comfortable. ...

It’s hard to see your dog in pain. When their tail droops, so does yours - metaphorically speaking of course!   But you also recognize that every prescription drug carries its own side effects. It may alleviate one symptom, but cause one or two more. This may be the case for...

When it comes to keeping your dog happy and healthy, it’s best to catch ailments as soon as possible. Today you’ll learn how to spot the signs and symptoms of hip dysplasia in dogs. You’ll get an idea of what to look for if you think your four-legged companion might...