Naturally speaking, a dog is an instinctual pack animal. A dog prefers the pack and although they are a territorial animal, think along the lines of a necessary partnership with regards to certain aspects of their daily life.
Cat’s and dog’s diets have changed drastically since their domestication, as they have gone from hunting their own food to relying on their owners to feed them pre-packaged dried kibble. In the wake of the many pet food recalls in recent years, many pet owners want to know how to feed their pets safe and nutritious food. How is a pet… Read more »
If you have a large breed dog, then you have probably heard all about hip dysplasia, since it is a common occurrence in large breeds. Hip dysplasia’s counterpart, elbow dysplasia, also occurs frequently in certain breeds. Elbow dysplasia is just as serious as hip dysplasia, so it is important that you are able to recognize the signs of the disease.
In order to provide at-home care for your pooch, your pet should be comfortable with you handling his paws. That way if some sort of injury comes up, you will be able to help him out. Some pets love for you to touch their feet, while others hate it.
Knowing about the options for flea treatment for pets is essential. Natural flea treatment is the option I personally go for, but I understand that many people either prefer the chemical advantage flea and tick or frontline flea treatment, or are simply not aware that natural flea treatments are in fact available.
There are many types of dog joint pain. Arthritis in humans is an ever-increasing problem, and so it is with your dog. Dog joint pain is caused by inflammation of a joint or joints. Joint pain in your dog is often an indication of dog arthritis. Arthritis can occur in any of your dog’s joints, causing pain.
Nature’s Variety Dog Food – (Press Release – issued on 2 September 2010) Nature’s Variety is extending its Instinct Grain-Free product line to include its first ever red meat protein option for dogs – Instinct® Beef Meal & Lamb Meal. The Instinct kibble line now features 5 different canine diets specially formulated for rotation feeding. The popular Instinct product line… Read more »
Eye care for your dog is an essential part of your dog’s care. They’re not a part of your dog’s anatomy you want to take any chances with.
For most of us, we treat our pets like our own children; and it is painful to see them suffer through difficult sicknesses like heartworm. If left untreated, the infected dog will most likely die within a few months of contraction. Here are some natural heartworm preventative measures that will ensure the safety of your dog in this matter. First… Read more »
A Staffie breeder recommended Staffies to me as being a superb children’s dog before I got my Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Jet. And if Jet’s temperament is anything to go by, I would agree with this one hundred percent.