Puppy Health
How to Take Your Dog’s Temperature

When your dog is feeling ill or acting out of sorts, it sometimes necessary to find out whether or not he’s got a feve[more]

Infographic: How to Perform Puppy CPR

Knowing how to perform CPR in an emergency can mean the difference between life and death. But, CPR on puppies is quite [more]

All about Canine Kennel Cough

Tracheobronchitis or Bordetella, more commonly known as kennel cough, is a highly transmissible respiratory ailment in d[more]

Cleft Palate in Dogs Used to Be a Death Sentence

Does your dog have a cleft palate? This palate is the upper part of your dog’s mouth between the teeth. The front part[more]

How to give newborn pups a head start

There are many ways to give newborn pups a head start in life so they are able to grow into well-developed dogs. In this[more]

Beginner’s Guide To Vaccinating Puppies

Owning a dog is a big responsibility, and this responsibility starts with them being puppies – and getting them vaccin[more]

Puppy Teething Timeline

Like humans, dogs also gradually lose their baby teeth. Puppies, like new-born babies, are born without teeth. Canines w[more]

It's Poison to Dogs
The 10 Most Toxic Houseplants

Houseplants generally serve a number of favorable functions. They not only give visual interest to our home, but also se[more]

My Dog Ate Onion – What Now?

There are many kinds of food that humans eat which are unsafe for dogs. Onions are not an exception. Feeding your pooch [more]

How Does Second-hand Smoke Affect Your Dog?

We’re not here to boast about the benefits of quitting smoking. If you’re a smoker, you’ve already hea[more]

Household Cleaners Can Be Toxic To Your Buddy

Are you aware many common home cleaning products affect your dog’s health? I was aware of some of these harmful home c[more]

Dog Dangers: Common OTC Medications that are Poisoning Our Pets

Most owners of a dog with allergies, either seasonal or skin-related, are all too familiar with the redness, itching, an[more]

Dogs and Chocolate

You’ve no doubt heard about chocolates being harmful to dogs. Many have told you to never give in to that pathetic[more]

The Dangers of Aluminum for You and Your Dog

Like it or not, aluminum is one of the most widely-used metals in the world. But did you know that it is also one of the[more]

Veterinary Health
Your Dog’s Health: Heartworms Explained

Once an ailment mostly targeting dogs in hot, humid areas or those that spent a lot of time in the woods, heartworm dise[more]

My Dog Ate Onion – What Now?

There are many kinds of food that humans eat which are unsafe for dogs. Onions are not an exception. Feeding your pooch [more]

Causes and Treatments for a Dog’s Weak Bladder

There are several causes and treatments for a dog’s weak bladder. Does your dog appear to have a weak bladder? Fir[more]

Spay and Neutering Facts

Whether you are a first time dog owner or an old hand who has “parented” several dogs, there is one decision[more]

How To Know Your Dog Is Sick

The health of your dog is very dependent on you as his or her owner. They look to us for not only food, water, and love,[more]

Life With a Dog: Easy Ways to Save on Vet Bills

Parenting a dog requires a great deal of commitment – and expense. Not only does your pooch need your time and att[more]

New Hope When Canine Cancer Strikes

All living things are vulnerable to cancer, but now there is new hope when canine cancer strikes. When this happens, our[more]

Past Arguments About Whether Dogs Feel Pain

Were you aware that there have been many heated past arguments about whether dogs feel pain? I wasn’t until some r[more]

Doggy Ear Infections: Treatment & Prevention

Every canine has a natural concentration of bacteria and yeast growth in their ears. However, if this particular balance[more]

Top Ten Signs of Canine Heart Disease

When it comes to canine heart disease, early diagnosis and timely treatment can make all the crucial difference in your [more]

Are Dogs Completely Color Blind?

Are Dogs Completely Color Blind? Most people think that dogs cannot see colors or are color blind – but this is not tr[more]

Determining A Dog’s Age

There are many reasons why it’s important to know a dog’s age. From the type of diet he should be eating, to[more]

Why is My Dog Eating Rocks?

Many Dogs tend to eat a lot of strange things that, for most of us, make no sense. However bizarre your dog’s chom[more]

How To Bandage Your Dog Correctly

Hopefully you won’t need this information, but if you should, here’s some tips on how to bandage your dog co[more]

What You Should Know About Seizure Disorders in Dogs

Did you know that there is such a thing as seizure disorders in dogs, and dogs get seizures from many causes, and one of[more]

Senior Dogs
Improve Your Senior Dog’s Life

Senior dogs have only a few more years or months to live, so it is our duty as the owner to make sure that they live a h[more]

Ten Early Warning Signs of Canine Cancer

Cancer essentially refers to an uncontrolled cell growth on or in the body. It may either be localized, or invade neighb[more]

Helping Soothe Your Senior Dog’s Aching Joints

Arthritis, also called as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, is found to be one of the most widespread health[more]

Senior Dogs: Young At Heart

When thinking about dog adoption, many people imagine bringing home a furry, spanking new little pooch to grow up with t[more]

It’s Time: Making the Tough Decision to Let Your Dog Go

One of the most difficult things you will ever face in life is How and When to Deal With the Euthanasia of Your Dog. Kee[more]

A Dog’s Death – Tips for the Owner’s Healing Process

Every dog lover who has spent many years with his canine buddy will definitely feel a sense of loss when this buddy exit[more]

All about Canine Cataracts

Canine cataracts are basically a developed opacity in the eye lens of a dog resulting in blurry vision. If a cataract is[more]

How to Cope When Your Dog Dies

The emotional pain of losing a dog is just as strong, and just as real, as the emotional pain we suffer when we lose a [more]

The Basics of Senior Dog Care

The basics of senior dog care become a necessity that we must educate ourselves about as our dogs get older. Dogs age to[more]

Exercise Tips for Senior Dogs

Since older dogs have already outlived their youthful, or “prime” years, some of their body parts and functi[more]

How to Diagnose Dog Deafness or Blindness

Ailments in our dogs can be quite hard to diagnose, so here are some tips on how to diagnose dog deafness or blindness. [more]

Bringing a New Puppy Into Your Old Dog’s Home

Many people who are faced with losing their old pal opt to bring a new puppy home to ease the sorrow they know they’ll[more]

Is Your Old Dog Drinking Water Excessively?

On average, dogs require about 30 ml. (1.01 ounces) of water per pound of weight every 24 hours. If you’re concerned a[more]

Oldest Living Dog Recently Died in Japan

Sometimes, some of the best things in life don’t really last forever. At the age of 26 years and 8 months (equivalent [more]

Old Dog Oral Care

Even if you haven’t been brushing your dog’s teeth since he was a pup, it’s important to provide your old dog oral[more]

Home Remedies and Homeopathy
Aromatherapy for Pets: Make Dogs Happy, Healthy and Smell Nice, Too!

Aromatherapy is quite common in the human world, but did you know dogs can benefit from it, too? Dogington Post asked Da[more]

Reverse Sneezing in Dogs

Reverse sneezing, also known as Pharyngeal Gag Reflex or Paroxysmal Respiration, is a relatively widespread respiratory [more]

Dealing with Your Dog’s Seasonal Allergies

Spring is finally here. And with it, seasonal allergies! Unfortunately, humans aren’t the only ones faced with sea[more]

Caring For Paw Pads

Caring for your dog’s paw pads is a normal part of taking good care of your loved dog. As he or she engages in physica[more]

Good Home Remedies For Kennel Cough

Kennel cough is an illness that is airborne, meaning it can be easily caught by our canine friends if we are not careful[more]

Benefits of Coconut Oil For Dogs

There are many benefits of coconut oil for dogs being discovered for dogs, even though it was not recommended in the pas[more]

Must-Have Home Remedies for Dogs That Have a Cold

Taking care of a dog whenever he or she is sick is a very important thing, and one of the most common sickness that your[more]

Doggie Massage Basics

One of the fastest growing fields in dog healthcare is animal massage. The controlled, soothing touch not only help give[more]

Ever Hear of Acupuncture for Dogs?

Have you given consideration to acupuncture for dogs treatments if you loyal pooch is suffering from illness or other me[more]

Alternative Remedies For Dog Bladder Problems

Are you looking for alternative remedies for dog bladder problems? There is no need to worry. If your dog is currently o[more]

Flower Essences For Health and Behavior Problems With Dogs

Like in homeopathy, flower essences for dogs are among the most widespread natural remedies used in effectively treating[more]

Basic Doggie Massage Techniques

Do you think your pooch appears edgy and taut lately? Maybe even kind of cranky? If so, why don’t you give him a relax[more]

Removing Skunk Smell From Your Fur Baby (and/or yourself)

Skunks are known for their notorious and awful smell, which probably none of us can stand for even a minute. I know I ga[more]

Miracle Dog Zena

This is a true story about an amazing dog, her owners and the veterinarians who refused to give up. Zena is a female Mas[more]

Build A First Aid Kit For Your Dog

Chances are, you’ve got a first aid kit for the humans in your home or, at the very least, a variety of first aid [more]