Ending Breed Specific Legislation
In a time where LGBT rights, bullying and other human issues are front and center, making headlines is an animal issue that the world is…
Category: Dogs
Charley’s 4-Paw System
Charley Poodle visits our local book shop. And the hardware store. And the church. Not to shop or worship, but to keep up his skills…
Fracking – Is It Harming Your Dog?
Is the procedure from the mining industry known as fracking causing a lot of controversy and health concerns for your dog? If you keep up…
Online dog training classes — pros and cons
Online dog training classes and consultations offer advantages, but can only do so much, and shouldn’t replace in-person training sessions. Melinda adopted Reepo from a…
7 ways to beat dog arthritis
With early intervention and a multi-faceted treatment plan, you can help get the better of the common condition of arthritis. If your dog has arthritis,…
Natural insect repellent for animals
How fly and flea allergies in her animals prompted one woman to create her own green insect repellent, free of harmful chemicals. You don’t want…
The impact of antibiotic resistance in pets
Alternative therapies can help combat the issue of antibiotic resistance in our animal companions. It’s getting a lot of media attention these days. From news…
How to fight fleas holistically
Keep your dog itch-free by taking a well-rounded holistic approach to fighting fleas and other pests. Have you ever heard the term “integrated pest management”?…
Manny, the French bulldog
Meet the famous French bulldog with personality plus and fans around the world. It’s clear that Amber Chavez is smitten with her French bulldog, Manny. Little…
6 tips for successful dog housetraining
Teaching your new pooch where to go potty is easier than you might think. Follow these six simple steps to successful housetraining. It doesn’t matter…
The truth about raw food for animals
A lot of myths still surround the safety of raw food diets for cats and dogs. Here are the real facts. “My gosh! You feed…
Managing canine seizures holistically
Seizures are scary, but don’t panic. Many of these conditions can be managed successfully with an integrative approach. Toby was a darling three-month-old Pomeranian puppy when…
