by Grace Bryson | Oct 28, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know, Training Tips
A dog’s stomach has the ability to twist in a painful and often deadly condition called bloat. Medically known as gastric dilatation/volvulus, bloat can occur when a dog eats a meal too quickly. Fast action is required to re position the dog’s stomach, or your...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 24, 2013 | Day in the Life, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know
Dog owners recognize scratching and circling as two common behaviors that dogs practice when they’re about to lay down. While these habits may seem silly or even compulsive, they’re rooted in the behavior of wolves and wild dogs. Scratching, in particular, also...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 21, 2013 | Day in the Life, Huh? Did you know?, Just because, something to think about, things you should know
Dogs, like humans, have a tendency to have growth pattern changes in their hair. For some, it’s as normal as seasonal or allergenic responses to the environment. However, for others, it’s a sign of a more complex problem such as a hormone imbalance or a...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 19, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know, Training Tips
Why Greenies Are Dangerous For Your Dog Please Pay Close Attention!! I write These Things So You Can Be Informed! Please Read It! In the late 1990’s, Dr. Joe and Judy Roetheli weren’t overly fond of their Samoyed’s dog breath and devised a dog treat to be an...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 18, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know
How Advantage Works The active ingredient in Advantage paralyzes and kills fleas almost immediately. Each brand of flea control might use a different active ingredient. In Advantage, this active ingredient is imidacloprid. Imidacloprid interferes with insects’...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 17, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know, Training Tips
You probably think you’re doing the right thing for your pet when you apply a flea treatment, but many over-the-counter pet pesticides contain toxic chemicals that may harm or even kill your pet. If your pooch is prone to infestations, there are safer,...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 15, 2013 | Day in the Life, Huh? Did you know?, Just because, something to think about, things you should know, Training Tips
If you see blood dripping or even pouring from your dog’s paw, don’t panic. A large amount of blood is not always indicative of a deep wound. Even a thorn can draw a large amount of blood if your dog steps on it with enough force. The first thing you need...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 12, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, Just because, something to think about, things you should know, Training Tips
Instructions Look at your dog’s feet regularly so that you can spot any developing problems like cuts and sores. It’s also a good idea to pay attention if your dog is biting at his feet or constantly licking them. Other signs like limping, not using the...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 11, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know
Bloat, also called stomach torsion or twisted stomach, is when a dog’s stomach fills up with air making it difficult to breath–and if untreated–can kill within several hours. Bloat is the number two killer of dogs after cancer–yet many dog...
by Grace Bryson | Oct 10, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know
Bloat is a life-threatening condition, more common in large breed dogs, marked by gastric distension that results in the twisting of the stomach. Dog owners need to know the causes of bloat and to prevent it from occurring Description Bloat is a condition...