There’s nothing more startling than going in to cuddle your canine companion, only to discover a track of foam falling from their mouth. While there is certainly a terrifying stigma surrounding this occurrence, we’re here to tell you that it’s not always a massive cause of concern. In this article we’ll break down the common … Read more
If you have ever owned a dog, you probably know that they bring quite a bit of mess as well as joy into your life. If you are a clean freak or suffer from allergies to dogs, you may prioritize choosing a dog who sheds less or develop tactics for dealing with shedding. No matter … Read more
HGE in dogs is a fairly common veterinary emergency that frightens dog owners due to its shocking symptoms. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis will often come on quickly, causing the need to act fast in order to nurse your pup back to health. In this article we’ll dive into the details of this condition, the symptoms to look … Read more
Whether it’s your first time or the 31st time, no dog parent ever wants to hear their veterinarian tell them that they need a urine sample from their dog. You’re either thinking, “How in the world?”, or “Great, here we go, again!” Unfortunately, it doesn’t matter how much you’re dreading it, sometimes it’s necessary to … Read more
It’s completely normal for dogs of all ages to have nights when they don’t sleep well. Puppies and younger dogs especially may have a difficult time telling day from night and think that 2am is the perfect time to play. As dogs age they can become more restless at night as well. However, if your … Read more
It’s no secret that dogs lose their hair, your couch and carpet can attest to that. Normal dog shedding should take place in a whole-body fashion and not go to the extreme of creating bald spots. So, if it’s not a normal shedding pattern, then what is behind your dog’s sudden raccoon-eye appearance, and will … Read more
Puppies seem to do everything fast- they eat fast, run fast, even fall asleep fast! But there are some things that puppies aren’t necessarily meant to do fast, one of which is breathing. Let’s find out some of the causes behind your puppy breathing fast, when it’s okay, and when you need to do something … Read more
It might not be something on the forefront of your mind if you’re like me right now, wrapped in the middle of winter. But heat stroke in dogs is something that all dog parents should know about as it isn’t just an issue that occurs in the warmer months. Heat stroke in dogs can happen … Read more
As dog parents, I think we’ve all experienced the 3 am wake-up call from our best friends-the dreaded sound of your dog dry heaving. Will you be cleaning up vomit shortly after or is it something else? While dogs may vomit fairly regularly as a result of an indiscriminate appetite, such as last week’s garbage, … Read more
Springtime means new beginnings; new plants, baby animals, and insects buzzing. It can also mark the beginning of your dog’s incessant scratching due atopic or allergic dermatitis. If your poor dog suffers from seasonal allergies, food allergies, or other environmental allergies, it may be time to look into Apoquel. Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs If you’ve … Read more