Without a sound, two properly socialized dogs meeting for the first time can size each other up in just a few moments. An exchange of glances can tell each canine if they’reRead More…

Exercise and play is important to all dogs, including your elderly dog. First of all, exercise helps maintain a healthy body weight. Being overweight may lead to a number of health problems.Read More…

1. Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) – This disease is most often genetic and cannot be prevented. It is most common in Dachshund dogs due to a genetic problem with the disc. YouRead More…

Fiction. This misconception regarding the cleanliness of dog’s mouths probably originated from the thought that most diseases are species specific. This means that most communicable canine diseases, with the exception of rabies,Read More…

If you are like me, then you love your dog so much that you wish he could live forever! Unfortunately, we can’t ignore some of the changes that occur as the yearsRead More…

Keeping your dog’s teeth clean can help keep your dog healthy. Use a soft toothbrush. Start by offering your dog a taste of the dog toothpaste. The next time, let him tasteRead More…

As you may know, dogs age at a rapid pace and before you know it your best friend might be considered a senior dog. As your dog ages from adult to senior,Read More…

What Are the Anal Glands? The anal glands (also called anal sacs) are two glands that secrete a pungent fluid that travels through tiny ducts that open into the anus. Typically, thisRead More…

What Are the Skin and Hair Coat? The skin and hair coat comprise the outer covering of the body and the skin is the largest organ of the body. Together with theRead More…

Dewclaw removal is the surgical removal of the first digit, sometimes referred to as the thumb. This toe is located on the inside of the paws. What Are the Indications for DewclawRead More…