Newfoundlands, or what some call Newfies, are people-pleasers. They are precisely gentle giants as they weigh at least 110 pounds and are, on average, 27 inches tall. Yet, they are very friendly and sweet. Truth be told, they are perfect nannies for kids because … Read more
Thanks to the spleen, your dog is able to automatically fight off infections and remove old red blood cells. The dark red organ that lies in the abdomen and attaches to the border of the stomach is part of your puffin’s immune system. Sometimes, … Read more
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, commonly called as Tollers, are sporting dogs used to lure and retrieve ducks. Their name basically came from the technique that they use to lure ducks. Tolling refers to their way of playing fetch on the shore in order … Read more
You might think you’re helping your pet when you keep giving it vaccinations, but beware: over-vaccination may be dangerous for your four-legged friend. There are instances when a dog or cat is immune to a specific disease, so giving it vaccine may be counterproductive. … Read more
One of the most identifiable but ironically less understood mental health issues plaguing the United States is called ‘post-traumatic stress disorder’ (PTSD). Contrary to popular misconception, PTSD is a condition not exclusively experienced by military personnel or civilians surviving the physical and psychological horrors … Read more
Glaucoma is a condition wherein pressure – specifically intraocular pressure – increases within the eye. It can happen in dogs as well as people and is caused by dysregulation of eye fluid; also known as aqueous humor. This fluid is constantly being produced and … Read more
Do you assume your dog is more closely related to a Basenji because of the large, upright ears or to a Corgi because of their muscular thighs? Dog DNA testing is the most precise and best option if you’re keen to learn more about the breed … Read more
You may have heard of Addison’s disease in humans, but did you know that your dog can suffer from this condition too? Addison’s disease is an autoimmune condition that affects the adrenal gland; causing the loss of endocrine tissue. This, in turn, leads to … Read more
A cruciate ligament injury is one in which the ligament that stabilizes the knee joint breaks down or even completely ruptures. It can occur both acutely through an injury due to a sudden movement or chronically with a slow degermation over time which is … Read more
Lipomas are seen in around 16 percent of adult dogs; affecting one in 50 of all dogs every year. Although lipomas are generally harmless, their rapid growth and subsequent large size can be distressing and worrying to owners. And despite the fact that these … Read more