Tag: health
Your dog’s microbiome
A healthy gut equals a healthy dog. Take a close-up look at his gut microbiome, and why it’s so vital to his well-being.
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6 steps to choosing the right puppy
Choosing a puppy is easier said than done! These tips will help you make the best decision for you and your family.
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Ways to improve your dog’s health and wellbeing
Give her health, happiness and longevity a boost!
Your dog enriches your quality of life every single day – but are you doing the same...
How to improve your dog’s sleep
Reducing some common disturbances and adjusting your routine might be all that’s needed to help your dog get adequate sleep.
The struggle to get enough...
Oops! 12 mistakes most dog parents make
As dog parents, we strive to do the best for our canine companions. But we may overlook or misunderstand some aspects of canine care....
Supporting senior dogs
Fortunately for us, many dogs now live well into their teens. So what can you do to make his senior years his best years...
15 cancer-fighting foods for you and your dog
It’s generally accepted that diet and lifestyle can help prevent cancer – and that is true of our canine companions too. So along with...
Taking care of your dog’s ears
Given how common ear problems are in dogs, it pays to give regular attention to the state of your own pup’s ears, and to...
7 ways to keep indoor air clean – for you and...
Thanks to Environment Canada, most of us know to keep our dogs indoors on “bad air” days. But is your indoor air also affecting...
Butt scooting: why anal gland problems are such a drag
Chances are you’ve seen a dog butt scooting along the floor. But do you know why he's doing it?
Anal gland infection, irritation and inflammation...
Power of pumpkin
Share the health benefits of pumpkin with your four-legged friend.
Spicy pumpkin pies and jack o’lanterns…this time of year, these are the images pumpkins conjure up....
Does your puppy have growing pains?
Did you know dogs can have growing pains?
If you are a new puppy owner and have noticed symptoms of pain in your pup, they...
How to create a proactive grooming plan
This 11 step grooming plan will help you to maintain your companions coat at home in between visits to the groomers.
When I welcome a...
Dos and don’ts of doggie travel etiquette
Do you travel? Chances are, you’re planning to take your furry friend along with you.
Whatever your destination, you’ll most likely find at least one...
Dog-friendly household cleaners
These non-toxic alternatives to chemical-laden cleaners keep your house fresh and sparkling -- and your dog safe and healthy.
Green is in! And that’s wonderful...
Xylitol and your Dog
Xylitol is a class of sweetener known as sugar alcohol. It is found in a number of products we use every day, but did...
Making a splash with Dock Diving
Calling all water babies! If your dog enjoys the water, Dock Diving, aka Dock Jumping, might tick all the boxes for you and your...
Give Treibball a try!
Sometimes referred to as urban herding, Treibball (pronounced “try-ball”) combines herding and obedience, but instead of using live animals like sheep or ducks, participants...
Sniffing out fun with Nose Work
No matter what size or shape, dogs everywhere love to catch a scent. Nose Work, a relatively new sport on the scene, provides a...
Plants that heal
There’s an old adage: “you are what you eat”. It applies to all of us, including our dogs. While dogs are opportunistic omnivores who...
Toxic items in your home and garden
Dogs are opportunistic omnivores, which means they sometimes ingest things they shouldn’t. To keep your buddy safe, avoid these toxic doggie dangers altogether or...
Are you greeting your dog correctly?
Scientific studies reveal how our dogs feel about the way we are greeting them.
Sooner or later, it seems science gets around to answering those...
Top 10 tips for the holidays
Holidays are busy and exciting but they can be a little stressful for everyone, including our dogs.
This handy list will help ensure your holidays...
9-step health check
Monitor your dog’s well-being by adding a quick and simple health check to his grooming routine.
Regular veterinary exams are vital to your dog’s wellness....
10 questions to ask a breeder
There’s nothing cuter than a puppy, but don’t be so dazzled by that irresistible little bundle in the breeder’s arms that you forget to...
Puppy stages
Puppies grow quickly, and growing up brings many changes. Your puppy will change not only physically, but intellectually and emotionally, too. As a new...
Food allergy or sensitivity?
Does your dog have a “sensitive” stomach? Does she react badly to certain foods? Is she itchy year round? Do you think she might...
Get your dog fit!
Exercise doesn’t just keep your dog healthy and fit and extend his lifespan. It also reduces anxiety, builds confidence, provides an excellent way to...
Tips for bathing your dog
Some dogs love having a bath; to them, it’s just another romp in the water. Others tremble and whine, shivering pitifully or struggling to...
Soothe your dog’s stomach
Most dogs surrendered to shelters or taken in by rescues have some physical and emotional baggage. Stomach issues are often part of this baggage...
