Ahhh, spring. The days are getting warmer, and thoughts of summer vacations, lazy afternoons, swimming, and camping adventures start...

Finding a tick on your dog can stir up immediate concern. You may wonder, Is this dangerous? Could there be more?  The moment becomes a...

Yesterday, I found myself sprawled out on the floor with my two dogs after a particularly playful tug-of-war session. All three of us...

It’s a common trope that dogs have bad breath. How many times have you seen a dog as the butt of a joke in this way? But the truth is...

If you’re like most people, you take your dog to the vet for regular checkups and follow their recommendations to the T. You love your...

Raw diets aren't just for dogs! From the big cats prowling the savannahs of the Serengheti to the one curled up on your favorite chair,...

A Mindful Thanksgiving with Your Animal Companions The menu has been created, the grocery list is complete. You’ve thought of everything...

Canned. Dry. Raw. Fresh. Kibble. Lightly cooked. Freeze dried. How do you choose the best type of dog food when grocery stores stock...

Trembling. Drooling. Panting. Hiding in weird places. If these things are a common sight for you when it storms or during fireworks,...

Discover how stress, diet, and other factors contribute to urinary issues in cats and dogs.

Let’s face it, dogs can be weird sometimes. They’re lovable and loyal and funny and sweet and adorable…but they can also do some strange...

Have you ever noticed that the finer the restaurant, the more pampered you are as you’re being served? In fine dining restaurants, each...

It’s summer! For those of us who endure long, cold winters, this is what we dream of. It’s time to pack the coolers, load up the car, and...

For Healthier, Happier, Longer-Lived Pups I’ve been feeding my dogs a raw diet – raw, uncooked food that is similar to a dog’s ancestral...

Giving a dog a bone has been the ultimate form of loving indulgence since the cave man tossed one to his faithful companion. Just ask the...

As many of you know, I recently got a new puppy, a fluffy ball of love, paws, a stubby tail, and razor sharp puppy teeth. It’s those...

Aaaahhh, spring! Or should I say aaaaa-choooo spring?? Many of us suffer from seasonal allergies. It’s part of the price we pay for...

Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring, but from where I sit, it kind of feels like spring has sprung. It’s not really all that cold...

Recently, I lost my beloved Australian Shepherd, Teddie, at 14 and a half years of age. That seems like a long lifespan, and it is – just...

Everywhere you look there’s a pervasive emphasis on weight and body image. A whopping 43% of teens – and 38% of women in their 60s – are...