Is your dog scared of fireworks? She’s not alone! Although fireworks are a fun, exciting sight for us humans, for dogs they’re typically the opposite. The unexpected, loud noise can often create stress and anxiety for your dog. Before the fireworks are lit, be sure to understand what your dog is experiencing…
Does your dog howl at thunder or bark during fireworks? You’re not alone. Noise phobias are one of the most common anxiety-related complaints of dog owners. Take a look at everything you ever wanted to know about noise-related phobias in dogs, the ThunderShirt solution, and how the ThunderShirt works to put dogs at ease…
Ahhh, ode de toilet is the scent of choice among canines everywhere. But, are essential oils safe for dogs? Not all. So it’s important to do your research before trying aromatherapy on your pup. Some of the oils we discuss in this article can help with flea infestations, arthritis and more…
Does your dog have issues pulling on the leash, barking excessively or lunging and jumping while walking? Not every dog is a perfect Lassie. So a training leash is a helpful tool to tame your pup’s anxiety and aggression.
The stigma that shelter dogs are bad dogs is a stereotype that is completely untrue. Unfortunately, too many dogs are in shelters, and people are scared to adopt them because they think there must be some reason that they were sent to the shelter to begin with. Read on to learn the real deal about shelter dogs and what you can do to help…
Cats and dogs living together doesn’t have to be stressful. We’ll teach you the best way to introduce a dog to a cat, so all parties are happy. No need for hissing, barking or growling — your pets can live cohesively in your home. Find out how to get a dog and cat to get along in our article below…
Within the first few hours of bringing our newly adopted dog home, he had marked in the same room three different times. We had never experienced this with other dogs, so this was new for my husband and I. How do we stop his marking so we can trust him in the house? Read more to see what solutions we came up with….
As the owner of an anxious dog, I know all too well the challenges that come along with the canine manifestation of anxiety. For many dog owners the only remaining solution to offer their dog a “normal” life may be medication. Below we will take a look at one of the most commonly prescribed anti-anxiety medications for dogs – Clomipramine…
We pets notice everything – even the slightest change. I know when something is up and I want to make sure I am included in whatever exciting activity you have planned…
You don’t need a dog massage certification to give your dog a massage. You can give your dog a daily massage from the comfort of your home. Find out why dog massages are beneficial and how you can give your dog the best massage of her life…
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