Save your Dog from Heat Stroke in the Summer Heat
In July, summer heat can reach a sweltering 100°F in some places which puts humans and their pets in danger of heat stroke. A dog suffering from heat stroke will have a body temperature above 103°F. What causes this is the high humidity and temperature…
Jindos, the Dogs They Never Told You About
Back in 2011 the LAPD rejected Jindos as police dogs for the cutest of reasons. Apparently, these dogs of Korean origin were just too independent, playful, and affectionate for tasks such as crowd control, or drug sniffing. The LAPD did say that the dogs’ performance…
Puppy Obedience Training: Setting Priorities
Are you considering adopting a puppy? If so, you need to be prepared. That means finding out more about the breed you are interested in adopting. Doing so will help you make the transition easier, and will help your pup adapt better to its surroundings….
Solution to a Sleepy Dog
Dogs have a variety of oddball behaviors, some cute and some not so much. “Dogs will be dogs,” but is it normal for my dog to sleep this much? Let’s look at the statistics. Dog Sleep Habits Especially for new owners, it may be surprising…
Dog diet supplements: are they safe?
We all as humans have made it quite a habit of taking regular supplements; whether for a particular condition we’re dealing with or just our overall nutrition. But what about our canine friends? Are dog diet supplements effective, necessary, and is there risk involved? Dog…
Bananas: a Dog superfood
Some readers had the question of whether or not bananas were something dogs could eat. In addition to being the perfect size for your dog’s muzzle, they’re an excellent treat and great source of potassium, fiber, and magnesium for your dog. Bananas are one of…
DIY: Make a Braided Dog Rope from your Old T-Shirts
Recycle a couple of your t-shirts to create this great toy for your dog in just a few simple steps. 1. Use scissors Cut slits about 2-3″ width apart at the base of your t-shirts. After cutting, rip along the slits to lengthen the slit…