Our dogs’ noses are much more sensitive than they appear: an on-going research study suggests that dogs can smell the early and late stages of lung and breast cancer. Their sensitive noses pick up on the scent of toxins and could be a great asset in the medical feild.
In this study which will be published […]

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Those puppy dog eyes gaze into yours, pleading for just a bit of food.  You look at your plate, look at your dog, and then back at your plate.  Do you feed him your food?
While each of us takes care of our dogs differently, we need to be aware of what foods can harm our […]

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Okay, so we all love our pets. A lot. Enough to let them sleep in our beds. And while our pets are very lovable, one needs to consider where they wander. Most are curious, inquisitive, especially puppies. On a rainy day they come home covered in mud. When out […]

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As the well-known, oft-quoted saying goes “April showers bring May flowers.”  However, what was never considered was the fact that April showers also bring in muddy paw prints.  We all love our pets.  They’re cute, they’re playful, and they’re even incorrigible.  But sometimes, when we’re picky, muddy paw prints can get on our nerves.  Don’t […]

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Many elderly folk, who feel lonely, would do much better with a dog as their companion. While dogs can sometime be a hassle, they are very good at brightening up a bad day and provide plently of companionship for the lonely. Don’t feel like talking to people? Talk to your dog. It’ll listen […]

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Children who have more than one pet at home–such as two dogs–are less likely to develop allergies. Early exposure to pets combat not only pet allergies, but also dust, ragweed, and grass. It is a form of a ‘protective measure’ and very good for the overall health of your child/ren. 
What do you think? Truth or […]

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According to an article by Science Daily, sleeping with your dog in your bed is a health risk. Dogs snore, want to be let out at night, and can be very disruptive. We all need our sleep, and no one wants to be cranky the next day. Dog beds are recommended as […]

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Dog owners that have two (or more!) dogs tend to find that their dogs will become jealous of each other.  Each will clamour for attention, begging to be petted just as much as the other.  Small dogs especially can become very competitive for their owners’ attention. Just remember, though, that you have more than one […]

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The dog I own, a golden retriever-black lab mix, tends to act more like a wolf than a dog.  Life most predators, she goes for the tasty prey, the little animals that enjoy exploring my backyard.  Every time I go to let her outside, I have to make sure that there are no “tasty” squirrels […]

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Keeping a close eye on your dog is very important.  No one likes it when accidents happen, especially when it causes damage.  Food left on table and counter tops is likely to be eaten if the dog can reach it, and could potentially cause your dog to be sick.  Also, letting a dog out frequently […]

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