There are many memes and jokes about fat dogs on the internet, but dog obesity is no laughing matter. Obesity is the most common preventable disease among dogs. According to a study conducted by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, 25 – 30 percent of dogs are obese. As dogs age, that number increases to … Read More »
Dog Health
Walk Your Dog Week Reminds You to Exercise With Your Dog
National Walk Your Dog Week is this week, October 1-7, 2018, and what a great time to celebrate how important – and wonderful – it is to walk your dog regularly. Going for walks together is a great way to cement the bond between you and is essential for the health of your dog (and … Read More »
15 Things Every Dog Owner Should Know About Rabies
It’s every dog owner’s worst nightmare – rabies. Every mammal is susceptible to rabies, and it is fatal. Tens of thousands of people die every year worldwide from this deadly disease. Only 6 people have ever survived the full-blown virus; those 6 only survived due to a groundbreaking new treatment. NOTE: Everyone is required BY … Read More »
Does Your Dog Have Hidden Dental Disease?
Dental health is one of the most neglected health issues in dogs. Unfortunately, neglected teeth in dogs can lead to other serious diseases, some of which are fatal. Few dogs show signs of dental disease, so it’s up to the family and veterinarian to uncover what may be a hidden – and oftentimes painful – … Read More »
What Everyone Should Know About Puppy Mills
Saturday (September 15th) is National Puppy Mill Awareness Day, giving us all reason to pause and consider the plight of the many animals that are bred and born in these types of facilities, and forced to endure horrific, squalid conditions. Puppy mills are large-scale businesses that breed dogs. The primary focus of a puppy mill … Read More »
Immunizations and Your Dog – What You Need to Know
When you bring your adorable ball-of-fur puppy home for the first time, you instinctively know that he or she is depending on you for, well, everything. You want to be a good puppy parent and give your playful bundle-of-joy all the love, attention, guidance, food, toys, socialization and health care he or she needs. And … Read More »
Does Your Dog Have Asthma?
If you notice your dog having trouble breathing, it could be that your dog is having an asthma attack. Dogs Can Develop Asthma Too Dogs, similar to humans, can be affected by asthma, also known as allergic bronchitis, caused by an allergic reaction. Usually something in your dog’s environment triggers his airways to become … Read More »
10 Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe During the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is a wonderful time to celebrate our country’s independence. Like many Coloradoans, you may be planning to have a festive Fourth of July. Along with backyard barbeques and local festivities, no July celebration would be complete without enjoying fireworks to remember the birth of our nation. As you’re making preparations for … Read More »
