If you’ve been wondering “do dogs go to heaven?” the answer is murkier than ever! A few weeks ago, I was told that the pope had answered a question that has been on my mind since I was a young pup: “Do dogs go to heaven?” Now, truth be told, I’m not a religious dog, […]
Wondering how to keep dogs warm outside? A few simple steps will keep your pup warm all winter long. If you live in a cold winter climate, you may be worried about how to keep dogs warm outside. Since I live in Rhode Island, I’m all too familiar with how cold it can get in […]
Wondering about tapeworm in dogs? It’s no laughing matter. While worms may look fun and wiggly, they can live in your dog! And really, who wants worms living inside of them? My friend Maury, a Scottish Terrier, recently found out he had a tapeworm. One day, after noticing Maury was acting a bit under the […]
November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month! Do you know about diabetes in dogs? Just like humans, dogs can get diabetes, which can be very serious if left untreated. What is diabetes in dogs? Diabetes in dogs happens when canines are unable to process insulin or have a lack of insulin in their bodies. A dog’s […]
The question on everyone’s mind: Can dogs get Ebola? I like to stay current with newsworthy events, especially those that relate to the canine species. The first time I read about an Ebola case being diagnosed in the United States, I was concerned. Can dogs get Ebola, or is it just a human disease? So much information […]
School’s back in session! Just as homework will start coming home with children, so will creepy-crawly germs at the end of the school day. I’ll bet you do everything possible to protect your kids from illnesses. They probably take their vitamins, eat healthy, and get a good night’s sleep. But is there a chance your […]
Why do dogs scratch themselves? Every time I hear this question, my fur shutters a little! Well, why do humans scratch themselves? Because we all get itchy! But seriously, I get asked that question all of the time, so I might as well publicly answer it. There are many reasons why we might start scratching. […]
Humans, you wouldn’t want to have an accident in your house, would you? Well, great news! Puppies don’t enjoy pooping or peeing inside, either. See? You’ve already started housebreaking a puppy in the best way possible – you and your dog are already in agreement! When dogs are puppies, we leave our den area to […]
I like to look and feel my best. As a GoldenDoodle, my furry hair requires regular trimming, but that isn’t the only reason my parents bring me to the groomer. I need to get my nails clipped regularly. However, if some time passes between my appointments, I don’t worry. My parents know how to trim […]
Look, we really like our humans. We like you guys so much that we don’t enjoy being away from you for even a second. Some of us get real bummed out and pout, waiting at the door and willing it to swing open so we can see you again. Other dogs go wild when […]
