5 Things You Need To Know About Taurine And Its Benefits For Dogs
Bandit celebrated his 5th Birthday by chasing younger dogs at the park, chowing down on his pupcake and howling along to a spirited, albeit off-key rendition of “Happy Birthday.” As Bandit’s 8th Birthday neared, he seemed like an entirely different dog. When he played with other dogs, a few laps left him out of breath. […]
Willie’s (Somewhat Surprising) Genes
If you’ve been following Willie’s story on social media, you’ve likely seen our post on DNA testing and why it matters. Well, the results are in and we’re excited to get down to the nitty gritty on what it means to be Willie-dog. When we first adopted Willie, we were told that he was a […]
To Vaccinate or Not to Vaccinate?
To vaccinate or not to vaccinate… The vast majority of people want to do what is right for their pets. With the recent and abundant information about over-vaccination in animals comes the need for alternatives. One alternative: titer testing. But just what is titer testing and what all does it involve? More importantly, is it […]
DNA Testing: What Gives?
Dogs come in all shapes and sizes: small dogs and giant dogs, short dogs and tall dogs, dogs with tail nubbins, dogs with webbed toes, and dogs with flat faces. There are lap dogs and floor dogs, athletes and couch potatoes, and even dogs with very specific skillsets (like the truffle-hunting Lagotto Romagnolo). The rising […]
The Fourth Isn’t Fun for Everyone
There’s no question that the Fourth of July is one of the most festive days of the year in the United States, filled with beaches, barbecues, friends, family, and who could forget the awe-inspiring fireworks displays. But did you know that more pets run away on the Fourth of July than any other day of […]
Bladder Health
How It All Begins: An animal eats some food The animal’s body digests the food Through digestion, the food is absorbed into the blood stream The process of digestion causes the liver to produce ammonia, which combines with other elements in the body (like carbon, hydrogen & oxygen) creating a by-product called urea nitrogen The […]
Her looks caught your attention, but her personality caught your heart
Like humans, animals each have their own unique personalities. As any multi-pet owner would tell you, each of their animal’s act and react very differently from each other. According to Chinese theory, a dog’s personality traits stem from one of the Five Elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, and water). From a holistic standpoint, each element […]
The Two Commands Your Dog Should Know
Dogs are curious in nature and are eager to learn. Much like a child, a disciplined and well-mannered dog is a healthy dog! Training can stimulate a dog’s brain and challenge him mentally. It also encourages good behavior rather than punishing negative behavior, and is a great way for you and your pup to bond […]
It’s wise to socialize
When you think of pet training, you probably think of things like potty-training, crate-training, and verbal commands. However, training takes on so much more than just that – training means helping your dog become a “well-rounded” member of society. It’s not simply owning a dog who doesn’t pee on the carpet or who can put its […]