Posts in Health
Fall Foods That Are Dangerous For Your Dog

Now, most pup parents already know that our furry friends can’t have autumnal treats, like pumpkin pie or a big pot of chili (which happens to be the two only things I eat during the months of September, October, and November). Some dog owners, however, may not be aware that there are also seasonal fruits and vegetables that you should never give your precious pup. Here are some fall foods to avoid.

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How Well Can Dogs Really See?

Throughout most of my life, I was under the impression that dogs could only see black and white. Although, I did suspect that this wasn’t true, as my childhood dog had an incredible fashion sense and almost made sure that her outfits were perfectly color-coordinated.

So this leads us to the question, how much do really see in terms of their vision, color, and depth perception?

Here’s what we know.

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How To Support Your Grieving Dog After The Loss Of Another Family Dog

It is devastating absolutely devastating when you lose a dog. I still get emotional when I talk about my childhood dog, who passed away ten years ago.

Losing your furry friend becomes even more complicated if you have a surviving canine companion. It is believed dogs do feel grief when they lose a loved one. However, they do not understand the concept, meaning the situation is extremely upsetting and confusing.

Fortunately, there are a few steps to help support your grieving dog.

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4 Tips On How To Potty Train Your Puppy

Getting a puppy is super exciting but comes with its own unique set of challenges. One particularly difficult aspect is potty training, especially if your floor is carpeted. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure housebreaking, which can take up to 6 months, goes as smoothly as possible.

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Embark Dog DNA Test - Pixie's Breed Reveal

When my husband and I adopted Pixie back in 2010, her previous parents told me she was a Border Collie - Lab mix. We’ve considered her a two-breed mutt her whole life. She definitely has the brains and stamina of a Border Collie and the appetite, sense of smell, and swimming skills of a Lab. But how could we be sure that after all these years, Pixie is truly a two-breed dog?

Lucky for us, home DNA testing has made its way to the dog community. Embark specializes in dog DNA tests which allow you to find out the genetic makeup of your dog, a genetic ancestry tree, unique traits, and any possible underlying medical conditions. Embark also links your dog’s DNA with other dogs in the database so you can view your dog’s long lost relatives!

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