dog health
Dogs and Winter: It’s Tough On Them, Too
I like to educate pet guardians whenever possible, A few weeks ago, I had an opportunity to educate the staff at my doctor’s office on the issue of dogs and winter. I spoke briefly to the receptionist when I arrived, and the conversation came to what I do for a living. The receptionist began talking […]
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Are You “Treating” Your Dog to Obesity?
Have you noticed your dog getting a bit thick in the middle lately? Many pet guardians consider the act of giving their dog treats as a sign of love. In reality, giving too many treats is a leading cause of dog obesity. According to perfectpuppycare.com, the right treat portion for your dog depends on the […]
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Resolving Dog Gastrointestinal Issues
Has your dog ever eaten something then suffered from diarrhea, vomiting or both afterward? Dog gastrointestinal issues are scary, and messy! So how can you resolve them, or determine if a vet visit is needed? Introduction Tubby (pictured above), a dog walking client, is a 14 year old diabetic Lhasa Apso, requiring two insulin injections […]
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Seeing Eye-to-Eye with Your Dog: Eye Care for Dogs
Just like you appreciate washing your face and keeping your eyes free from that nasty build-up in the corners, your dog appreciates clean eyes. As responsible pet guardians, it’s up to us to tend to dog eye care. Your dog can’t safely wipe his eyes with his paw. It isn’t safe for him to attempt […]
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People Food: Sharing With Your Dog
You’ve probably seen items online cautioning feeding dogs “people food” and for one of my dog walking clients this point was brought home quite graphically last week. The dog’s guardian is elderly and lives in a senior living community. Her husband was moved into full time care last year and it’s been quite a period of adjustment. […]
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Dog Weight Loss Tips
Over the weekend, a Facebook friend of mine posted a question about what food others suggested to help her dog lose weight. The dog needs to lose a few pounds, and her vet advised her the food she’s currently feeding is high in calories. If the food you’re feeding your pet is good quality, before […]
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