If you and your dog spend a lot of time outdoors you know that keeping away pesky mosquitoes (and bugs in general) can be very frustrating. And, to complicate matters further, there are often harmful chemicals in most repellent products. Read More …
Are you wondering if mustard is safe for your dog? Whether or not it should be off limits is open for debate. Here is what’s certain… If you do share, it is important to limit the amount to a very Read More …
Most dogs love to lap up delicious gravy, but should this be allowed? To share or not to share, that is the question! Whether your dog should get to partake depends on what’s actually in the gravy and how much Read More …
Are you wondering if your dog can take Ritalin for ADHD-like behavior? First thing’s first: There is unfortunately no veterinary equivalent to this well-known central nervous system stimulant ie. Methylphenidate. With that being said, Ritalin is sometimes prescribed to dogs. Read More …
Let’s get right to it — first the good news: Veterinarians do use Gabapentin. This drug is primarily given to help dogs with chronic pain, but it is also prescribed for seizure-prone animals. With that being said, you should never Read More …
Codeine is a popular opiate pain medication. Perhaps you are considering it for your dog’s pain or persistent cough? Here’s the deal: This analgesic drug is not recommended for dogs without professional guidance. Make no mistake: Codeine can be harmful. Read More …
Are you thinking of feeding your dog some trout? Straight to the point: This type of fish can kill your canine. The fact is raw or under-cooked trout may expose your dog to Salmon Poisoning Disease (SPD) which, left untreated, Read More …
Vaseline is a legendary petroleum-based protectant that is said to improve scaly skin as well as dry or cracked paws among other uses for dogs. How great are the benefits? The effectiveness is actually debatable. What’s certain is that many Read More …
Are you wondering if Brussels sprouts are safe for your dog? Great news: This food is healthy for hounds, not harmful! And while many people don’t enjoy this veggie, dogs usually are happy to chow down. Occasionally feeding fresh Brussels Read More …