Many dogs love being near the pool. Some swim, some splash from the steps, and some treat the pool like an oversized water bowl. A few laps of pool water may not seem like a big deal, especially when the water looks clean, but pool water is not meant to be your dogâs drinking water.
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Summer can be hard on any dog, but it can be especially challenging for flat-faced breeds like Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Pugs, Boston Terriers, Shih Tzus, Pekingese, and Boxers. These dogs are often full of personality and eager to be part of family activities, like cookouts, camping, and days on the water, but warm weather can...
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A beach or lake day can be one of the best parts of summer with your dog. There is room to explore, water to splash in, and plenty of new smells to investigate. But for some dogs, the fun is followed by an upset stomach, loose stool, or a sudden need to go outside much more often than usual.
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Leptospirosis is a dangerous infection that can spread from dogs to humans. This disease is caused by the Leptospira bacterial species. It is found worldwide and is considered zoonotic, which means it can spread from animals to humans. According to the CDC, each year, there are around 1 million confirmed cases of leptospirosis j...
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Lyme Disease Prevention Month: Lyme Risk Is Growing in Ohio Pets As temperatures rise and pets spend more time outdoors, tick exposure becomes a serious concern across Ohio. The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC)Â reports that Lyme disease risk in dogs continues to expand westward and southward beyond historically high-ri...
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Chewing gum, mints, peanut butter, candy, cough drops, ice cream, and baked treats...all things commonly found in our homes. These are not usually on a list of deadly items for your dog unless one ingredient swap occurs. Did you know these products, among many others, sometimes contain a sugar substitute? Xylitol, also known as ...
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Separation anxiety in dogs is more than âbad behaviorâ or acting out while you're away. A dog with separation anxiety is showing distress when left alone, and that distress can show up as barking, pacing, destructive chewing, house-soiling, drooling, or frantic attempts to escape. For many families, it is frustrating and heartbr...
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Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, but those early weeks shape how your dog will respond to the world for years to come. Puppy socialization is more than playtime. It is a structured process of safely introducing your puppy to new people, animals, environments, sounds, and experiences in a positive way. Done thoughtfully, it...
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Crate training is a common topic for new and experienced dog owners alike, and it often comes with questions such as âshould I crate train my puppy?â or âis crate training good for dogs?â When approached correctly, crate training can be a valuable tool that supports safety, learning, and emotional well-being. Understanding how t...
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As a pet owner, youâve probably asked, âHow do I know if my dog isnât feeling well?â Imagine looking at your dog and seeing bruising all over their abdomen without any obvious cause! That was the case for Slink, a sweet 7-year-old long-haired Dachshund whose story shows how quickly a serious medical condition can develop and how...
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