Most dog owners are familiar with diarrhea in their pets; the condition is a very common one. But only a handful of owners really know anything about diarrhea’s varieties and causes.
Perhaps the greatest single cause of diarrhea is a change of diet. Thus, a dog that has been used to eating a commercial brand dog [...]

The next step is to teach your dog to submit to being checked by a complete stranger. Start with a friend who knows the dog; while you hold him in his show pose have your friend touch the dog all over beginning with his head, just as the judge would. This includes parting the dog’s [...]

Change the lead from the left to the right hand (while maintaining the tension) and begin to adjust the rear legs. Do not let go of the lead or let the head drop out of position or you will most probably find the front will need readjusting again.
In some dogs with very good rears, little [...]

Showing your own dog offers many rewards. There’s a sense of achievement and pride when you successfully handle your dog to the winner’s circle, and a deeper bond of respect and affection is shared between you and your pet.
The grooming and other preparation necessary before a show is felt to be a very relaxing hobby [...]

The most common of all accidents involving dogs is the one in which the dog is struck by a car. To help you prepare as best possible should, you run into this type of scenario with a hurt canine, please read along and take notes of the following steps. And please, take these steps to [...]

It happens every day – a dog is crossing a street or busy intersection and becomes the target of thousands of pounds of crushing steel – injuring the poor animal to the brink of death.
If you ever have the unfortunate experience of bearing witness to this trauma, it is important to have a basic understanding [...]

When a dog goes into shock, what stimulants are safe to give the animal? What exactly should you do in this situation? Life or death is waiting on your decision…
Before going into the differences of professional opinion on these very important questions, note the following basic guidelines:
A) If the dog is conscious then administer sweetened, [...]

Your dog can easily go into a state of shock, caused by any amount of pain, toxin, or injury. And when it comes to the treatment of shock, veterinarians are not in full agreement as to the term “treat for shock.”
One side states that treating for canine shock includes the administration of intravenous fluids, oxygen, [...]

I’ll never forget my very first dog. Her name was Scarlet and she was the most well-behaved Golden Retriever anyone has ever seen. Loving, kind, playful and obedient - Scarlet was supposed to last forever – at least in my young mind.
But my worst nightmare happened as I never expected to see her lying in [...]

Dog ear infections are also commonly called Otitis Externa. It is an infection of the outer ear canal. There are three parts to the ear; the outer, the middle, and the inner ear. Ninety percent of infections occur in the outer ear, the part of the ear that you can see.
Dogs are prone to ear [...]

Anyone who has a dog and, especially, a puppy is already aware of the fact that chewing is one of the leading problems when it comes to dog ownership. Unfortunately, chewing is one of the most difficult puppy habits to break. It is often very difficult to train a dog to stop chewing despite any [...]

Dog training can actually be an enjoyable task rather than the painful chore most would view it as. It is important that every dog owner attempting dog training understand that it will take some time. Successful dog training does not occur overnight but rather requires a lot of patience. But, with the right information and [...]

Did Your Dog Have A Stroke And Not Tell You? Symptoms of a Dog Stroke
Did your dog just have a stroke? Here are some common symptoms of a dog stroke. If you understand these common symptoms of a dog stroke, you will better protect your dog in the future.
The sad and scary fact when it [...]

First aid for dogs is important for a dog owner to learn, as it could even save your dog’s life at some point. But, it is also important for maintaining your dog’s health in those times when he or she gets scraped up due to curiosity and, even more so, when your dog sustains and [...]

If Dog Licking is Normal, Then What is Considered Excessive? Dog Symptoms of Licking
When your dog begins to lick himself repeatedly time and time again, now is the time to pay close attention to your dog’s licking symptoms.
Your dog may lick himself to the point of self mutilation. He can do this for a variety [...]