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The Future of Spaying and Neutering of Dogs – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing Please don’t worry or feel guilty if your dog has already been spayed or neutered. I did the same because I didn’t know any better. We do the best we can with the knowledge we have, and as time passes, we gain more knowledge that empowers us to make even better decisions for our canine friends. I’m thrilled that…
*How to Stop Your Dog from Counter Surfing** Countersurfing is a common issue where dogs help themselves to food or items on countertops. Here’s how to curb this behavior: **Manage the Environment:** Keep counters clear of food and tempting items to eliminate opportunities for countersurfing. NEVER EVER, EVER FEED YOUR DOG FOOD FROM THE TABLE OR YOUR PLATE! (this implies to your dog that your food is his food–and will…
About the author Dr. Peter Dobias, DVM is an Integrative veterinarian, nutritionist and creator of natural supplements for dogs and people. Helping you and your dog prevent disease, treat nutritional deficiencies, and enjoy happier, healthier, and longer lives together.
For Day 3 of our 12 Days of Christmas Celebration, we’re inviting you to join us in the spirit of giving. You can nominate a friend or loved one to win a Fab4 Bundle, our signature and most popular bundle! Nominating a friend is easy and only takes a minute or two. Simply fill out the form below, telling us a little about the person you’d like to nominate. Please…
Canine Journal is pleased to present this exclusive interview with Kanguro Pet Insurance co-founders Nicholas Hanabergh and Andres Mishaan (conducted in 2024). Kanguro was founded out of our love for our pets, Oliver (Andres’ Lab) and Toby (Nick’s Brittany Spaniel), technology, and a desire to fill a gap in the U.S. insurance market. While initially focused on serving bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) communities with very culturally specific trends, our goal…
As a pet parent, you want what’s best for your dog or puppy, but it’s also tempting to try to deal with their ailments at home when you can rather than make an unnecessary trip to the vet clinic. While veterinarians understand this, it’s important not to try any home remedies for your dog’s illness or injury without checking with them first. Many home remedies or treatments suggested by well-meaning…
A Year of Change: Celebrating Milestones in Canine Health and Wellness – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing Treating Hot Spots Naturally Learn the real reason why dogs suffer from hot spots and what you can do to avoid, help heal, and treat them. Read our guide. Holistic Wound Care & Common Mistakes We have long been told to leave scabs on our wounds to help heal – but did you know that…
For me, the festive period is all about spending cozy nights at home crafting and baking with my loved ones. Making tasty homemade food for the whole family is a joy of mine, including baking festive biscuits for dogs. Not only do they make great stocking fillers for Fido, but they also make sweet gifts for your friends and family with dogs. Plus, it doubles up as a fun activity…
Image credit: Krakenimages, Shutterstock It’s that happy time of year again. The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are turning gorgeous colors, and the holiday season is on the horizon. Right about now is the perfect time to snuggle up with your pup and watch a feel-good movie to get into the holiday spirit. Fortunately, there are plenty of holiday movies for dogs. So, why not grab a cup of hot…
Image credit: ThamKC, Shutterstock Poodles are one of those highly recognizable and widely beloved breeds. Feeding your sweet Poodle a healthy diet from day one helps prepare them for a long, healthy life. There’s a little more to keeping this breed on a healthy diet. Poodles can be prone to a few health issues that impact their diet, including food sensitivities, digestive concerns, and being very picky eaters. I get…