Sally Jones
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I’m happy to clarify this for you! First, pet-sitting insurance is very different from pet insurance. Pet owners purchase pet insurance for their dogs/cats to assist with veterinary care. But pet-sitting insurance covers pet sitters from liability while caring for others’ dogs and cats. While pet sitters aren’t legally required to have pet-sitting insurance, your daughter should seriously consider obtaining this to cover herself legally from being sued if accidents, house damage, or other incidents occur while she’s on the “job.” I really encourage you to read our article on pet-sitting insurance and bonding to learn more. Pet sitting can be such a rewarding experience, so I wish your daughter much luck!
I feel you! I just had a similar experience while traveling with a cat who showed up at our rental villa abroad. Unfortunately, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just implemented new restrictive rules about importing dogs into the U.S. Read my article about these new rules here. While it doesn’t apply to cats, it does for dogs. Hopefully, the CDC will revise these rules. Just my thought!
Purebred French Bulldogs do have some serious potential health problems due to the breeding for their physical traits (smushy faces, small statures, etc.). See my article about the most common French Bulldog health issues. If you’re committed to getting a purebred Frenchie, make sure the breeder you select has done all the health tests recommended for this breed to ensure you get the healthiest pup.
Hi BobbieW – I’d recommend speaking to your vet. A fishy-smelling butt can be a sign that his anal glands need to be emptied — even if he isn’t showing signs of being uncomfortable. Basset Hounds are more likely to develop anal gland impaction than many other breeds. While you can express your dog’s anal glands at home, it’s ideal to get your vet on board to make sure there isn’t another underlying health issue going on. At the same time, your vet can demonstrate this procedure to ensure you’re doing it safely.
For starters, I’d recommend reading my article on leash training your pup, which includes some tips on leash-reactive behavior. This sounds like what your pup is experiencing — barking, lunging, and jumping at other dogs. I know this is so frustrating. I had the same problem with my dog and frankly didn’t want to take him on walks around any potential encounters with other pups. I found SpiritDog Training, an online dog training organization, super helpful to curb my dog’s leash aggression. Other online dog training courses may also help. They’re so much cheaper than hiring a professional dog trainer. Good luck!!
I understand your concerns about your pup’s upcoming spay surgery, but the statistics are on your side. The chance of your dog dying from a spay procedure are far less than 1% based on the latest research about spaying surgery. Please read my article about the risks of spaying and neutering your dog to learn more.
Hi DianeH, I’ve done a ton of research about the latest dog training collars. Most of the top models give you the ability to use shock collars with the option of turning off the stimulation (aka shock) aspect of the collar. In fact, these manufacturers recommend using what they call static stimulation as a last resort if the tones and vibrations of the collar still aren’t correcting your dog’s behavior. Even if you feel the need to turn on the static stimulation, with most of the top collars give mild electronic stimulation. I encourage you to read our article about shock collars for dogs to learn more about how they work.
I’ve done years of research into dog DNA tests and tested my dog as well with several kits. For breed identification, the most accurate tests are Embark and Wisdom Panel. I’ve also heard from some customers who prefer Wisdom Panel as the most accurate for breed identification. You can find more details in my article about the best dog DNA tests. Good luck!
Yes! There are actually a ton of dog beds on the market that are designed to help with arthritis and joint pain. And they come in a lot of different sizes and shapes to fit almost any dog. I researched dozens of popular ones on the market, so check out my review of the best orthopedic dog beds. They can make a huge difference in your dog’s comfort. Hope this helps!
Yes! My dog Tiny loves it. I was a little wary of the price too. But you don’t have to feed your dog as much of it as you do kibble because it’s so nutrient-dense. That helps with the cost. For me, it was worth switching to Sundays because Tiny wasn’t eating enough of his kibble. He scarfs this stuff down!
