According to one estimate, Americans spend about $16 billion a year on flea control. So this may be why we're not being told about the dangers. Yes, these widely advertised products do kill...
Our Cocker Spaniel is now about 14 years old. We've used a variety of natural remedies to keep him healthy, ever since we brought him home from a shelter. These have included herbs, homeopathy and essential oils. There's growing awareness that aromatic blends work very well for dogs.
In recent years, there's been growing awareness that dogs should be fed healthy food. This includes treats, as well as regular meals. Training treats are often used during puppyhood, which is the...
For most dog owners, their pet's safety is a top priority. A surprising number of dogs die each year in accidents. Injuries received from riding in the bed of a pickup truck alone take the lives of 100,000 dogs each year in the United States, according to the Humane Society.
Trips to the vet can be traumatic. So can outings in the park, if your dog happens to get nervous when other dogs are around.Pups from animal rescue shelters may be especially skittish when you bring them home, and they may always be a little more sensitive to change than most pets.
Please remember that I am not a veterinarian or a professional homeopath. However, I've been studying homeopathy on my own and under the wonderful guidance of someone whom I consider the world's best teacher. Unfortunately, experienced homeopathic vets are rare.
Ear infections are very common in dogs. According to a website run by two veterinarians, about 1 in 5 canines suffers from this problem. We just learned that our elderly dog had this condition as...
Dog owners who are expecting a baby, or hoping to become pregnant in the near future, should have all the information they need, in order to make an informed decision about whether to consider chemotherapy for their dog.
Argan oil has long been appreciated by women in North Africa. That's because it's a superior hair and skin conditioner. This oil is taken from the nut of the Argan tree, which grows in Morocco. In...
As much as I hate to admit it, our lovable family pet is dog aggressive. We adopted him from a shelter when he was about three years old, we think. It took him just a few days to warm up to us. But...