Okay, I’ll admit that my dog and I are a little late on the Heated Rivalry train. However, after just finishing the series, we are forever changed. Now neither of us can listen to “I’ll Believe in Anything” by Wolf Parade without crying. Anyway, my dog and I wanted to celebrate this delightful series by…
Not that long ago, a neighbor knocked on my door in a panic. One of her dogs had suddenly collapsed, and she didn’t know what to do. I dropped everything, ran to her house, finding her dog in shock from internal bleeding related to a spleen tumour. We rushed her poor dog to the emergency…
As I wandered the floor of one of the largest pet industry trade shows, a veterinarian from one of the booths caught my attention and showed me a new dog toothbrush design. I explained that I was attending the trade show as “media”, not as a buyer like most attendees, and that I don’t brush…
Your best defense against kennel nose in dogs is to start when the dog’s a puppy, properly training so that he learns that a kennel, crate, or ex-pen is not a bad thing. Credit: Os Tartarouchos | Getty Images Anyone who has had a dog who was stressed in their crate is sadly familiar with…
I get it how frustrating it can be when you’re ready for bed and your puppy suddenly decides it’s time do zoomies around the living room. Many Dachshund owners are surprised when their pup seems to get a sudden burst of energy in the evening instead of winding down. This behavior is so common it…
If you’re searching for the least aggressive dog breeds, you’re not alone — more families today are prioritizing temperament over looks or size when choosing a dog. The truth is, “aggressive” isn’t a fixed trait. It’s usually the result of poor training, lack of socialization, fear, or even misunderstanding your dog’s signals. So instead of…
Why does my dog pee on my bed? While having your dog sleep on you is one of the greatest comforts in the world, nothing is appealing about a wet bed. As a dog lover, you may have developed a bond with your furball that lets you communicate without words. A soft whimper is enough to let…
Lucy is a 18 month old female Spaniel Cross. She can live with cats, other dogs and children over 12 years of age. Lucy was found just after Christmas at a stop close to a local mountain village, unfortunately renowned as a place where dogs are regularly abandoned. Lucy is a beautiful, friendly girl and…
Amos is a 15 month old male Hound Cross. This stunning boy was rescued from the municipal pound a few months ago, where he was a bag of bones, very frightened and withdrawn. What a difference a few months can make. With patience, kindness and lots of loving reassurance from the kennel team, Amos is…
Vinnie is a 7 month old male Shepherd Cross. Vinnie was spotted in a field barely moving. He was in a very bad way and needed resuscitation by the lady who found him. She took him home and she managed to get him to drink and then to eat. One of his ears was very…
