Do you think your dog might have a sweet tooth? Maybe a little sweet potato in your pooch’s diet could be the answer. Most pups like the treat so m uch a dog meme for a sw eet tooth might be sweet potato on a stick like a lollipop. Sweet potatoes hold a powerhouse of health benefits for both humans and dogs. The tubers are a great source of dietary fiber. When dogs have fiber on a regular basis it lowers their risk of heart disease and certain types of cancers. Low in fat, a

The most difficult decision a pet owner will face in regard to their pet is the treatment of a beloved pet companion as it reaches the end of life. Caring for a pet in decline is the last loving act that a pet parent can perform. As painful as it can be you’ll be glad you addressed your pets needs and made its final days comfortable. Your dog can have any number of situations that lead it to life end stages. Among these are: The diagnosis of a life-limiting illness The decisi

Are you training your dog to walk on a leash? It’s important at the beginning to have the right collar for your furry pal. Training will be so much better with the right one. Before we get into collar choice you may want to explore which is best for walking your canine, a collar or a harness. Generally, if your dog tends to pull on the leash a lot, a harness is a good option. A harness can keep your pup from pulling so much. A well-fitting harness can avoid throat damage in

Most dog parents know their dog and all kinds of dogs can pick up new words when taught directly by their owners.

Of all the ways that dogs enrich our lives, did you know sharing our life with them can change our personality and brains for the better? It's o ur dog's little contribution to making our days more sunny. Being a canine owner can actually make us more caring toward our fellow human beings. It seems the scientific community has proof of this human-canine connection. Researchers from Azabu University in Japan did a study recently on teenagers between 12 and 14 years old co

Vow this year to provide regularly scheduled exercise for your four-footed pal. A dog’s exercise r outine is an important part of a healthy life. By helping them maintain physical fitness, mental sharpness, and keeping them emotionally balanced, regular workouts add years to your dog’s life. Regular exercise helps maintain a healthy weight, improve cardiovascular health, and prevent obesity. In older dogs it increases joint mobility and lessens the pain of arthritis. Dogs als