Swimming with your dog
Have a pool? Why not invite your pooch to enjoy the water with you? Swimming is great fun and exercise for dogs, as long as…
Category: Dogs Lifestyle
Does your dog have thyroid problems?
Is your dog behaving strangely? Has he developed unusual symptoms and acting apathetic or aggressive? It could be a thyroid problem. Kodak, a young bearded collie, was…
Top 5 energy healing methods for dogs
Energy healing can have a profound effect on a dog’s well-being. Check out some modalities that are growing in popularity. If you practice Reiki on…
6 steps to reduce your dog’s ecological paw print
We assume humans put more environmental stress on the planet than any other species, but our pampered pooches also play a part. Here are some…
Flower essences to ease your dog’s grief
Animals experience grief just as we do. These flower essences can gently and safely ease the pain and lift their spirits — and yours. Katie…
Mental illness or behavior problem?
Is your dog acting differently? It may be a behavioral issue caused by a mental illness. Take a look at two conditions that can cause…
All about humane pet food
Are you feeding your pet a humane pet food? Food made from humanely-raised meats eases concerns about the treatment and welfare of the animals that…
Lupus in dogs
Lupus is a disease found in humans, but did you know this immune-mediated condition can afflict German shepherds, huskies and collies? In my many years…
Rescuing dogs in northern Canada
This couple founded a rescue in remote northern Canada to help save the many dogs in need. Moosonee is a small town just a dozen…
How to deal with irresponsible pet parents
Unfortunately, some people don’t pick up after their pooches or give them enough attention or care. Here’s how to deal with irresponsible pet parents. At…
Optimal nutrition for working dogs
Working dogs, from athletes to “search and rescue”, have nutritional and supplement needs that exceed those of the average family pooch. “Butch is an agility…
Tools to train your dog
Successfully training your dog requires the right tools, as well as a fresh approach to avoid any pain that you could be inflicting. Before I…
