by Dr. Mark Dos AnjosKeep your fur babies out of harm’s way this Halloween with this candy safety guide from a vet.When Halloween comes around, candies and treats are absolutely everywhere—and our pets are very aware of it! Some of these goodies are okay in...
By Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA. Reviewed by Veronica Higgs, DVMIt’s a heartbreaking scene; after a short time away from your house, you return to a dog that’s drooling, trembling, and wide-eyed with fear. There’s a mess by the door, and the TV remote and couch cushions...
Reviewed by Michelle QuirkThe mental health benefits that dogs offer humans are profound.KEY POINTS- Dogs provide routine, stabilizing mental health by decreasing anxiety.- Petting dogs reduces anxiety by focusing on the moment and releasing oxytocin.- Dogs offer...
by Stephanie Gibeault MSc, CPDTIt’s irresistibly cute. A dog with a head cocked to the side makes us smile, and it’s hard not to shower them with praise, pats, or treats. But why do dogs tilt their heads? Do they know how adorable they look, or is something else going...
by Stephanie Gibeault MSC, CPDTAKC GoodDog Helpline (GDH) is our telephone and video dog training consultation service, offering live, personalized help with to answer questions about training your puppy or dog! We’re celebrating GoodDog Helpline’s tenth year in 2023,...
by Harriet MeyersI have a spayed, female, four-year-old dog who hasn’t urinated in the house since she was four months old. Suddenly, after she’s been resting for a while, I find wet spots in her bedding.Dogs, like humans, can experience several problems when it comes...
