Some dogs are scared of people, and some suffer extreme fear of strangers. They cower, tremble, and try to hide from any new person they meet. While i
Most dogs really love going for walks. It lets them get out of the house with their beloved owners and explore the world around them. Walks are also a
November was National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and it was a good reminder that—especially this time of year—it's important to give a little extra
Hookworms are a common intestinal parasite of puppies. Depending on the species, they suck blood or take bites out of the wall of the dog's small inte
You have probably heard that dogs can get worms. You may even have seen worms in your dog's stool. What should you do if your dog gets worms? More
Chiggers are tiny mites that can affect dogs, people, and other animals. They live on the surface of the skin and feed on skin cells. Unfortunately, t
When it's winter and you have no intention of eating it on a slick sidewalk, you might turn to pet-safe ice melt. It'll keep you on your feet
It's devastating to find out that your dog has bladder cancer. While this form of cancer is uncommon in dogs, it is aggressive and often fatal. Certai
Actinomycosis is a complex and serious infection. Actinomyces are bacteria that naturally live in dogs' mouths and nasal passages, but they can wr
Vaginitis in dogs is the inflammation of the vagina that typically causes redness, swelling, itching or pain, and vaginal discharge. Vaginitis can occ
A mainstay of traditional British fox hunts, fox terriers are small-to-medium dogs from England with long faces, short legs, and either wiry or s
The miniature American shepherd is a small- to medium-size herding dog breed from the United States that has a medium-length double coat and resembles
Giant dog breeds are larger-than-average canines. Beloved by many but not for everyone, large and giant dogs come with their own set of needs. In gene
The Bernese mountain dog, affectionately called “Berner,” is a large working dog breed from Switzerland who makes a loyal, loving companion for adults
The Chinook dog is a large working breed from the United States with an athletic build, long legs, floppy or upright ears, and a medium-length coat. T
