You’ve probably seen plenty of foxtails out in nature before; mostly growing in meadows, along roadsides, or in vacant lots, but you may not have known what they were. Foxtails are simply foxtail-like seed clusters usually found on the stalks of some types of grasses. These clusters have sharp points that are designed to penetrate…
Category Archives: Staying Healthy
Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?
Some dogs simply seem to enjoy munching away on grass. Some breeds even include it as part of their daily routine. And others tend to eat the green stuff when they aren’t feeling well. Luckily, most experts believe that this is not something dog owners need to worry about. So why on earth do dogs…
How to Treat an Overheated Dog
With the official start of summer just around the corner, many areas of the country are already heating up! Dogs, in general, are intolerant of too much heat. Because of this, it is crucial that you’re aware of the signs of heat stress or heat stroke, and how to treat them if they occur. Knowing…
5 Healthy Habits That Can Add Years to Your Dog’s Life
There’s no magic pill, no secret serums, no expensive tricks – just 5 simple ways to give back to your four-legged friend by keeping him healthy, happy, and safe. Just taking the time to read an article like this demonstrates your willingness to do what it takes to make your furbaby as happy and healthy…
All About Your Dog’s Dewclaws
Dewclaws, also known as a dog’s thumb, refers to a vestigial digit found on the foot of most mammals, reptiles, and birds. It normally grows high on the animal’s leg in digitigrade species (digitigrade refers to an animal that walks on its toes, not touching the ground with its heels, like a dog, cat, or…
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 disease is quickly becoming a dangerous threat to pups from around the globe – or anywhere that mosquitoes are present. In this article by Shanna Freeman from Animal Planet, you’ll learn how heartworms,…
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 fever. While it’s not exactly a pleasant experience for either one of you, knowing your dog’s body temperature is one of the quickest ways to know if your pooch requires immediate vet…
Bad Weather? Here’s How to Exercise Your Dog Indoors
Like humans, dogs need adequate exercise every day to stay in shape. When the weather is bad, outdoor activities like swimming or games of fetch are just impossible. Thank goodness, there are lots of indoor pastimes that you and your pooch can do to have fun, relieve boredom, and get closer to each other despite…
The Benefits of Walking Your Dog
Dogs are great at providing strong motivation to maintain their owner’s exercise program – who can resist a happy dog, panting with excitement at the front door? They make great walking companions and can serve as the perfect social support. So if you are having difficulty sticking to your fitness program, why don’t you try…
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 heard it all. But, you should consider the effects your habit may have on your dog if he/she is exposed. So, can second-hand smoke affect your dog? Sure can! A Brief Overview Second-hand smoke, also known as Environmental…
Hip Dysplasia: Causes, Diagnoses, Treatments
Does your dog have an unusual swing in his step, a limp, or does he appear to have pain in his back legs or hips? A well-known disorder that commonly affects medium to large size dogs is called Canine Hip Dysplasia. The term hip dysplasia basically refers to the laxity or looseness of the animal’s…
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