by Stephanie GibeaultDigging is such a source of joy for so many dogs. Has your dog filled your yard with holes? Does your garden look like gophers had a wild party? Digging is a common problem behavior in dogs, and many dog owners suffer the consequences at some...
By Kerri Fivecoat-CampbellFor many households, fall means getting ready for the kids to go back to school. But what does that mean for family dogs? It might leave them confused, and it can lead to boredom or dog separation anxiety.“The reaction dogs have to the back...
by Jean BauhausEarly socialization is important for helping puppies grow up into well-rounded adults. But it’s also important to keep your puppy safe. Unvaccinated puppies are vulnerable to dangerous illnesses like parvovirus, leptospirosis and distemper, which they...
by Jeanine Berger, DVM It’s easy to get frustrated when your puppy chews up your expensive Italian shoe or gnaws on the legs of your furniture—especially when he’s seemingly ignoring all the toys you’ve bought him. But don’t get mad or discouraged. A chewing puppy is...
by Mark AsherIt’s understandable if you’re super excited about bringing your puppy home for the first time. But before your new pup walks through the front door, you need to make sure that your home is a safe haven. To accomplish this, a puppy-proofing home makeover...
by Jill Breitner Dogs communicate with very subtle body language cues, using their entire bodies to tell us how they’re feeling. So, when you notice your dog displaying wide, bulging eyes that show the whites of his eyes, you’re noticing whale eyes in dogs. What Are...
