Healthy Pets, Healthy Lives !
Labradors, like most breeds, inevitably shed their coats once or twice a year, during the major season changes. If they are shedding excessively and continuously, however, it is likely due to one of two reasons: poor nutrition or stress. BUT I have many, many insider secrets I’ve learned over the past 30 years from other breeders and show handlers that I’d love to share with you. You WON’T hear these…
Rachael Ray Nutrish is a premium brand of dog food made by celebrity chef Rachael Ray. Ray and her team behind Nutrish have been serving tasty meals to pets since 2008. Recipes are based on real meals Ray prepared for her Pitbull Isaboo. There is much more to a brand than the name or face on the label, and many pet owners wonder if Rachael Ray dog food is a…
Uncovering the benefits of physical therapy for dogs in improving mobility and preventing injuries and arthritis Dr. Peter Dobias: Your journey of going through veterinary school and then deciding to pioneer veterinary rehabilitation is captivating. Was there a defining moment that shifted your focus to rehabilitation? Dr. Laurie McCauley: I was in general medicine for six years, and I hate to say it, but I got bored — another cat with…
The Wire Fox Terrier is a rare dog breed in America, and they seldom reach the top 100 dog breeds. So, chances are, you’ve never met one out and about. They are unmistakable thanks to their handsome and distinguished appearance. Their wiry coats and long beard-like facial hair make them stand out from the doggy crowd. Wire Fox Terriers need an active family that can commit to at least one…
Have you ever considered bell training your dog? It is a method in which you train dogs to use a bell to signal that they need to go outside. While more commonly used in puppies, adult dogs can also be bell trained. Essentially, it’s a means of communication that you can teach your dog to help avoid bathroom accidents inside and prevent those desperate whines and scratching at the door…
Pomeranians are some of the cutest pups around. Their small size and super fuzzy coat are one of the many reasons they are popular with dog lovers worldwide. In America, they usually rank in the top 25 dog breeds. Their small size makes them fantastic for apartment living, although they are just as happy to live in any kind of home. All they need is a family offering firm but…
Sometimes we are surprised when somebody approaches us or walks in our house with a hat, and our dogs bark at them. This happens quite frequently in our home because my husband doesn’t wear a hat. Ever. So when my Labradors see a man and a hat they bark, I think, because they’re not used to it, and they may even think the person’s head is deformed or something (LOL?).…
No matter whether you have a purebred or a mixed breed dog, many of you have ones that like to chase things small and furry, even if they’re not fast enough to catch them. What we may notice most is that whenever they see something in the distance they may like to chase, they pause, or in doing so, may “freeze” in position and lift one paw, just like a…
The critical nature of bone health Bone health is foundational to overall well-being. Bones, beyond providing structure, serve as reserves for minerals that are critical for various organ and tissue functions and electrolyte management. Maintaining good bone health from the early stages of life can help prevent bone and joint deformities, organ disease, skeletal and cardiac muscle weakness, and complications like osteopenia (bone thinning) and osteoporosis. What impacts bone density? Common risk factors…
While breeding purebred dogs has been the focus of our lives, we also love ALL dogs and animals, and in fact, Jonathan and Donna are very involved with dog legislation in their state, even being involved at the Capitol, talking with lawmakers and advising committee members and lawmakers. Along the way we have found some disturbing facts that made us get more involved. These things that made us lose sleep…