Everything that has to do with your dog’s health – from stomach aches to nutrition to broken bones. Let Canine Journal assist you with your pet health needs, but remember to take them to the Vet in emergencies!
There are many elements to keeping your dog healthy. These include giving your dog enough exercise, playtime, and, of course, food. But do you know how much to feed a puppy? Are you wondering, “how much food should I feed my puppy”?
You’re busy with work, family, friends, exercise, and more. But you shouldn’t put your dog’s diet on the back burner. Maybe you’ve taken a stab at preparing your dog’s food yourself but found that it eats up a lot of time. No more shopping for ingredients, grinding, chopping, measuring, and mixing them yourself. Order your dog’s raw dog food online and have it shipped directly to your door. That way, you can spend time walking Fido instead of preparing his food.
Many dogs with allergies benefit from a diet change to help relieve their symptoms. But with so many dog foods on the market that claim to be good for allergies, how do you know what will work for your dog? We’ve researched dozens of the top dog foods for allergies and give you our top picks.
What are dewclaws, and do dogs need them? Find out why dogs have dewclaws, common injuries with dewclaws, if they should be removed, and more.
We’ve all heard the expression “licking one’s wounds” (meaning to recover after defeat or embarrassment). It’s believed that this saying originated hundreds of years ago from people observing animals licking their injuries after a predator’s attack. Have you ever wondered why dogs and other animals lick wounds in the first place? And is it beneficial or harmful to their healing?…
Is your pup a big-time chewer? If so, there is a chance your dog may experience intestinal blockage at some point in their lifetime. All it takes is your dog ingesting one small toy or sock to cause a serious blockage in his gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which can lead to major surgery and astronomical medical bills.
Did you know there are dog treadmills for sale that can help your pooch get in shape? A treadmill has many benefits and can help dramatically improve the quality of your dog’s life. There are probably more benefits to owning a dog treadmill than you’ve considered. Read more about treadmills for dogs and find out which one we think is best for your furry friend.
We consider our dogs family members, so it’s a natural instinct to turn to your medicine cabinet to relieve your dog’s mild ailments. Many human meds are safe for dogs — but not all. Before popping any pills into your pup, make sure you follow these tips on over-the-counter medicine for dogs…
Like humans, dogs’ eyes are vulnerable to infections, injuries, allergens, debris, and other irritating problems. Our furry friends are also prone to several chronic eye conditions that require long-term treatment to save their vision. Some conditions are minor and can be relieved from over-the-counter eye drops for dogs. But many require prescription drops from your veterinarian. We’ll explore the best eye drops for dogs for many different needs and give you tips on how to administer drops to your pup.
Is your pup packing on the pounds? Overweight dogs can suffer from many of the same health problems that heavy humans do. If you’re concerned about your dog’s extra pounds, it’s time to make some changes to his diet and lifestyle. But, where do you start?
Freeze-dried raw dog food is a definite trend these days. Why? Freeze-drying preserves essential nutrients in raw food ingredients, producing a shelf-stable and lightweight dog food product. Whereas most kibble is baked and loses some nutrients in the baking process. So, many consumers think it’s a healthier option vs commercial kibble if they want the healthiest ingredients without having to store dog food in your fridge or freezer. Our freeze-dried dog food reviews give you our top picks, as well as information about the questionable safety of raw dog food.
Not a fan of pharmaceuticals for your pup? Many traditional veterinarians recommend them for pain relief, particularly in moderate to severe cases. But even vets know that these meds have negative side effects for some dogs. Fortunately, a growing number of vets are incorporating integrative medicine into their treatment plans, giving you safe and effective natural pain relief options for your dog. We’ll explore the best holistic alternatives for many conditions, how to find a vet in your area who offers natural pain relief, and more.
