by Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDTWhen you’re raising a puppy, there can be a parade of behavioral issues that march through their—and your—life. Separation anxiety can be one of them. Understanding and recognizing separation anxiety in dogs will prepare you to do all...
by Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDTStealing food off the kitchen counter, also called counter-surfing, is a common problem for dog owners. Large dog breeds may place their snouts or front paws on the counter for a forbidden snack, but any dog can indulge. Some...
by Chris Dinesen Rogers, reviews by Dr. Ashley DarbyYou left the house without emptying the trash. Inevitably, your dog discovered your lapse and emptied the contents in the kitchen, with remnants dragged into the living room. Your first thought—after admonishing...
by Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDTWhen you’re raising a puppy, there can be a parade of behavioral issues that march through their—and your—life. Separation anxiety can be one of them. Understanding and recognizing separation anxiety in dogs will prepare you to do all...
by Wailani Sung MS. PhD, DVM, DACVBCats purr for many reasons—not just happiness. Purring can signal contentment, stress, a desire for attention, or even illness, depending on the situation and your cat’s body language.That soft, rumbling sound is one of the most...
by Sandra C. Mitchell DVM, DABVPIt’s a common scenario—one that you’ve probably experienced before.You’re on a walk or hike with your dog. You look down, and before you know it, your dog is rolling around on something. And it happens to be poop. Your dog rolled in...
Some dogs, like Labrador Retrievers, Newfoundlands, and Pekingese tend to shed a lot. Others, like Dachshunds, Poodles, and Border Terriers may seem to be almost shed-free. There are reasons why some dogs shed and others don’t shed at all. But how do you deal with dog...
by Melissa Bolden, DVMreviewed by Brittany Kleszynski, DVMPollen allergies in dogs are a common form of environmental allergy that can cause itching, skin inflammation, sneezing, and ear infections—especially during high-pollen seasons like spring and fall. These...
by Richard HardyFlying can be stressful for humans and our pets, it could be worse. Remember that jittery feeling in your stomach the first time you flew? Now, multiply it by ten and that is what our furry friends feel when they are airborne. Pets like cats and dogs...
If you’re considering adding a new pet to the family, we urge you to adopt a pet rather than buying one from an online retailer or a pet store. The benefits of pet adoption are numerous. Here are just some of them.Reasons to adopt a petBy adopting a pet from an...
