An enjoyable jaunt around the neighborhood with your dog can take a decidedly unpleasant turn when your beloved pet enthusiastically buries his nose in garbage, rotten food or . . . something worse. Repulsed, you wonder, what’s wrong with this animal? The answer: probably nothing. As off-putting as this behavior is to us humans, it’s […]
Mealtime comes soon after Shah’s alarm rings in the morning. “Anyone who knows Labs knows they love to eat,” says Shah. “They get fed in a specific order, and they wait until their food is poured. It’s very routine.” Be Patient and Predictable When Feeding Dogs With seven large dogs, Paul Caster’s feeding times can […]
As one of the world’s leading party organizers for dogs, however, she frequently leaves her restaurant to orchestrate perfect pooch parties. Working with such an expert means the doggie sky, and perhaps your budget, are the only limitations. From Weddings to Fashion Shows For Your Dog In the past, Moore baked wedding cakes for human […]
When the kidneys of Laura Alderman’s elderly dog began to fail, a veterinarian advised the San Antonio resident to encourage her pet to drink as much water as possible. This was no easy task until Alderman had a lightbulb moment: Her dog loved gravy. She watered down some commercial dog sauce, offered it to her […]
Do you have a quibble with your dog’s kibble? How do you know if your dog chow choice meets your pup’s daily nutritional needs? Your furry friend can’t exactly take a taste test or raise a paw and tell you if he’s not getting his recommended daily allowance of vitamins and minerals. As a dog […]
Look up “dog chasing tail” on YouTube, and you will find thousands of videos showing breeds, ranging from sprightly adult collies to yipping tiny lap dogs running around in circles, trying to catch their elusive tail. Your own dog may even be a tail chaser, since the playful behavior is quite common. But too much […]
Selecting the right kibble for your dog can be an overwhelming task. After all, there are dozens of choices on the market these days. To help simplify your decision, ask yourself these seven questions: 1. What life stage is your dog in?This is an important initial question, as it will then help to narrow your […]
Periodontal disease in dogs can contribute to the development of kidney, liver, heart and bone disease, so toothbrushing and regular veterinary cleanings are as important to your dog’s health as they are to your own. Good food and habits, however, can also fight tartar and the whole host of dental issues, such as a malodorous […]
From using biodegradable dog waste bags to replacing store-bought toys with safe, old household objects, pet lovers are demonstrating that they are environment lovers too. It’s only natural that the concern over pollution from pets would extend to chowtime. “Being eco-conscious is not something you do for yourself and not for your pets,” says Don […]
When perusing the pet food aisle at your local store, what criteria do you use to select your dog’s food? An Ipsos poll conducted last October surveyed pet owners on this very issue. Over 1,000 randomly selected adults, serving as a nationally representative sample, were interviewed online to determine how they select pet food. See […]
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