Kennel cough, canine cough, Bordetella – no matter what you call it, it’s a highly contagious illness that can take some time to treat. Every dog owner should know the symptoms – and what to do if you think your dog has contracted it. The scientific name for what is commonly known as “kennel cough” … Read More »
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Everything You Need to Know About Canine Hernias
Canine hernias are relatively common. Similar to humans, a hernia is a condition where the contents of a dog’s abdomen pushes through a tear or hole in the muscle wall or fatty tissue. Puppies are commonly born with them. Over 90 percent of canine hernia cases are due to genetics. Hernias can also develop from … Read More »
What to Put in a Dog First Aid Kit
Emergencies can happen at any time, whether you’re at home, hiking dog-friendly trails or out camping. Everyone who shares a home with a dog should have a basic dog first aid kit on hand. Keep your first aid kit in your home and take it with you (or make another one for the car) … Read More »
What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Ear Infections in Dogs
Ear infections are common in dogs. Certain breeds with floppy ears, such as Basset Hounds and Cocker Spaniels, have a higher risk for ear infections. An estimated 20 percent of dogs have some form of ear disease. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce the length and severity of these episodes for your … Read More »
What You Should Know About Our New Dog Obedience Training Program
Here at Canine Campus we are excited to announce a new obedience training program with the incredibly talented Patti Davieu. Patti brings more than thirty years of experience to the profession of dog training; she is passionate about helping her clients develop a bond with their dog and working as a team. Our dogs bring … Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About Flying with Your Dog
Flying with your dog used to be fairly straightforward – get a travel crate, don’t feed your dog too much food, administer a sedative from your vet, check your dog in his or her crate with your luggage, cross your fingers and hope your dog makes it OK. Today, the process is a bit more … Read More »
Grain-Free Diets and Heart Disease in Dogs
About a year ago the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first released a statement alerting dog owners about a possible link in canines between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and a diet containing peas, lentils, potatoes and other legumes as a main ingredient. These ingredients are commonly found in diets advertised as “grain-free”. The FDA suggested … Read More »
Tips to Avoid Dog Boredom
Is your dog bored? Like people, dogs get bored easily, except they can’t tell us when they’re bored. When we think of a dog’s life, the simple pleasures sound nice: a long nap, a good bowl of food and a casual stroll around the neighborhood. While it’s true dogs like having a daily routine, they … Read More »
