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Have you ever thought about taking your dog to the dentist with you? It will certainly be fun. Your dentist will stare at you as you proceed to suggest he examine your dog’s teeth. Dogs can have tooth injuries. Inflammation and infection will be inevitable and your dog will experience pain and discomfort but don’t panic…There is always a remedy for everything in life! Many times teeth are broken by chewing on a hard object. You must take your dog to the vet immediately to complete an oral…

Well, around this time of the year people usually get together with their families & exchange Christmas presents, etc. Will love trying something different this year? Maybe a romantic get away, or decorating with different colors, move around furniture, new holiday recipes, listen to some different Christmas music, buy a purple outfit instead of a red one:~) I’m determine to do something different these holidays. Not sure yet…

Onions, garlic, grapes & chocolate are bad for dogs; especially chocolate which poison becomes in their system. They are not able to absorb it. Beware of chicken bones. Salty, sweet (high in sugar content), or fatty should be avoided as well. Some dogs are…

Do you have any hope & dreams for your new year? Are there any things left undone? Places you wanted to visit? People you wanted to meet? Things you wanted to buy? Or perhaps you bought tooooo many things you don’t need ha ha. Sometimes you feel guilty for not having done things you should have done. The New Year always brings new opportunities to start all over again. Somehow,…

Well, I’m not going to say exactly what you are expecting. No, there are no gyms for dogs… but dogs that exercise are happier &…

The best way to treat cancer in dogs is by prevention. Examine your dog at home and see if there are any lumps, bumps, or sores or any…

There are over 800 dog breeds in the world. Amazing! The five most popular breeds are Labrador, Golden,…

All of us get excited when we adopt a new puppy & bring it home. However, most of us forget about a few things we should purchase before bringing in our new family member. Some people out there like buying bedding from…

Animals just like humans experience pain, grief, and joy. I remember grandma’s german shepherd grieving after she died. So much so that he died on the very next day after she passed away. He will walk in circles all day &…

I get a little nostalgic in these autumn days. Childhood scenes flash through my head & my heart beats faster trying to keep up with my thoughts, work, & life in general. This is my favorite time of the year. The weather is gentle inspiring me to meditate & dwell on my sentimental thoughts. Everybody is looking forward to Christmas & I just want to get stuck here in time. I…

In mythology wolves & dogs were assistants of Odin the god of storms. Sailors thought storms were related to wolves & dogs. There is also a tale that pets lived on the roof so when it rained heavily they felt from the roof. It’s said that in 17th/18th century…

Salmonella is a bacteria that attacks the stomach and the intestines. It’s found in unprocessed milk, water, meat, eggs, and poultry. Salmonella can cause gastroenteritis, typhoid fever, and bacteremia. Some of the common symptoms of salmonella gastroenteritis are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, and abdominal cramping.…

Salmonella is a bacteria that attacks the stomach and the intestines. It’s found in unprocessed milk, water, meat, eggs, and poultry. Salmonella can cause gastroenteritis, typhoid fever, and bacteremia. Some of the common symptoms of salmonella gastroenteritis are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, and abdominal cramping.…

Just like babies dogs require some training. The first thing I tried teaching my dog is being friendly. Even the nicest dog could be unpropitious at times & pay little or no attention to guests’ amiable intentions. In the beginning I always praised my dog & gave him a treat when he didn’t bark…

Well, not sure if anyone out there has a chair set aside for your dog or perhaps your dog picks the chair he likes in the living room & doesn’t allow anyone to seat on it. My dog seats on his chair like if he was royalty. He is an Italian greyhound & no matter…

Well, not sure if anyone out there has a chair set aside for your dog or perhaps your dog picks the chair he likes in the living room & doesn’t allow anyone to seat on it. My dog seats on his chair like if he was royalty. He is an Italian greyhound & no matter…

Does anyone have some memories to share from your previous dogs? I’ll love to hear from you. One of my previous dog (Cookie) hated frogs & cats. He loved to wear my reading glasses & each time I wanted to grab them he’ll turn his head. I believe Cookie…

My dog’s hearing isn’t that sharp as it used to be. When coming back from work he doesn’t notice me until I open the door at my house. He doesn’t recognize me which tells me his eyesight isn’t that good either & barks at me & stops when he sniffs my shoes. He…

Diarrhea is a sign of intestinal disease in dogs just as in humans. Eating inappropriate food is one of the main causes of diarrhea. There are also worms, bacterial infections, viral infections, and parasites causing diarrhea in dogs. Many dog owners feel frustrated because what’s good for them might not necessarily be good…