What to Do if You Cut Your Dog’s Nail Too Short & It Bleeds? 4 Vet-Approved Steps
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Trimming your dog’s nails is an essential part of their grooming routine. Keeping your dog’s nails trimmed prevents split nails and makes walking and running much more comfortable for dogs. Learning to trim your dog’s nails takes time and practice, and it’s important to be prepared for accidents because it’s fairly common to accidentally trim a dog’s nail a...
What to Feed a Nursing Dog to Increase Milk Production: Vet-Explained Nutrition
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead When a mother dog is producing milk, she needs to feed herself to feed her puppies. She needs water, calories, protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals to make lots of nutritious milk. Good nutrition starts in pregnancy, but the recommendations for pregnant and lactating dogs are different. Fortunately, providing everything your momma dog needs is very easy. Poor milk production, also known as...
Lorraina’s Past Trauma: Her Healing Journey
Hi, I’m Allison! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my three mixed-breed dogs from Thailand, Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. Trigger warning: Discussions of dogs fighting One of my favorite things to see is Lorraina basking in the sun. If she were a human, she would hit the beach and slather on tanning lotion as soon as summer starts. While I love seeing all Manic and Jelly lounge in the sun, it means more to me that Lorraina is entirely at peace. You see, back in Thailand, Lorraina liked to cause trouble. But, like...
Can Dogs Get Sick from Other Dogs? Info & Common Diseases (Vet Answer)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Dogs are becoming increasingly popular as pets and with good reason. These loyal, intelligent, and affectionate animals make great family members. Dogs are highly social creatures, and most dogs enjoy the company of other dogs. Society has become more and more “dog friendly”—we have dog beaches and dog parks, doggy daycare centers, dog salons, and dog-walking groups. Many bars and...
My Dog Ate a Paper Towel: Our Vet Discusses Potential Risks, Signs & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead If your dogs are anything like mine, you need to keep a close eye on them at mealtimes. Throw in the excitement of a picnic or BBQ with a cocktail of food smells and the chance of a carelessly dropped sausage, and you’ve got a dog that is going to try to eat anything they can get their paws on. And if that food comes with a side of paper towel, most dogs won’t let that get in their way....
Can Dogs Eat Scooby Snacks? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead When it comes to your dog eating Scooby Snacks, finding healthy snack alternatives is a wise plan, given that we can’t say for sure if the original product still exists. While there were once dog treats marketed as such, today, you will likely see several companies calling snacks for kids “Scooby Snacks,” with varying degrees of nutritional value. One source listed Del Monte Pet...
Alaskan Malamute vs Husky: The Differences (With Info & Pictures)
Click to Skip Ahead The Alaskan Malamute and the Husky sure do have a lot of similarities, from their robust winter coats to their friendly, cheerful appearances. These dogs share a very similar purpose, and sometimes, it’s very hard to tell them apart. In this article, we’re going to explore these almost-twins so you can see how they differ. One might just be a better fit for you than the other, so let’s get the details. Visual Differences Image Credit: (L) Hanna Borysenko, Shutterstock, (R) BAUER Alexandre, Shutterstock At...
How to Make Your Dog Live Longer: Our Vets 6 Tips to Increase Your Pup’s Lifespan
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » The good news for any new dog owner is that our dogs are living longer than they ever have! This is largely due to three things: the uptake of preventative care and vaccinations; advances in canine nutrition and veterinary medicine; and an increase in owner commitment to their pet family members. If you’ve recently taken on a puppy, or if you’re looking after a senior dog, you might be wondering what you...
Visiting the vet – why your role as a dog or cat parent is so essential to optimal care
As a dog or cat parent, you play a vital role for your veterinarian when you take your four-legged friend in for a check-up. Your participation in the appointment isn’t just helpful – it’s crucial for providing the best care for your animal companion. Let’s explore how you can be the perfect partner to your vet on your dog or cat’s healthcare journey. Before the Visit: Be Prepared Your responsibilities begin before you even step into the clinic. Keep a record of your dog or cat’s behavior, appetite,...
Keep families & pets together with safety net programming
“What we’re talking about is people. And working with people equally as much as we work with pets,” said Matt Pepper on a recent Community Conversations call. Pepper, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Michigan Humane spoke of the importance of meeting the community where they are at. While Michigan Humane held events in the community, Pepper questioned whether or not they were actually part of the community. Following that, they held several well-attended listening sessions in the community and truly listened to...
