These are unprecedented times, and every aspect of our lives has been affected. While humans deal with their loss of freedom, financial stress, and health issues, our companion animals feel these changes in different ways. Our pets are happy to...
I wrote this originally for winter woes and it was published in Speaking of Dog’s award winning newsletter. However, I thought that with the social isolation many of us are experiencing, it was a good time to revisit it! With the cold...
Dealing with Sibling Rivalry Dog owners are keenly aware of the many benefits of sharing their life with a dog. But did you know that numerous scientific studies have found that dog ownership has a significant positive impact on our health,...
I always recommend that when bringing a new puppy home, owners find a stuffed dog for their new addition. Sometimes I get the feeling that people think this is a tad crazy! However, the puppies do appreciate their new buddy and most bond with it quickly –...
When dogs experience major changes in their life, they often experience stress and show it in a number different ways. Today, Ace killed his six-year-old (toy) pig. His beloved pig that he begged everyone to throw for him, or just cuddled up with on any...
Small dogs are unevenly represented on bite statistic reports, which many attribute to the “small dog syndrome”. Small dog syndrome is hypothesized to be interplay of genetic factors, owner handling and lack of training creating an overall...
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