As Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) continues to impact dogs across the US and Canada, veterinarians and researchers are working tirelessly to find out what has caused this unusual outbreak and how to tackle it. But what is this mystery dog illness? Dive into our blog to get a better understanding...

This article addresses the concerning trend of obesity in dogs and provides practical advice on easy steps you can take to help your beloved dog shed extra pounds and stay healthy.

Is social fitness a more important lifestyle habit than diet or exercise? What does it mean to be 'socially fit' and how does it benefit your and your dog's health? Learn more about how you can boost well-being and longevity through meaningful social connections and build a vibrant, healthy life together...

Do you know a fearful or reactive dog? What if dog restrictions and leash laws are at the core of behaviour issues? Read my latest blog post for my thoughts, and also see some fun interviews I did with dog lovers from around the world.

I have heard some people say they can't get a dog because they live in an apartment or don't have a back yard. Here are my thoughts on this and how you can ensure your dog’s happiness, no matter where you live.

Usually I know how to begin, however today I am having a hard time finding my words. Perhaps I should step back and let Pax share his side of the most scary 18 hours of my life, and tell you all about how he survived being lost in the high...

Anxiety, fear and aggression in dogs can be genetic or a result of their environment, and how you react in stressful situations can either increase or diminish the level of anxiety or fear your dog experiences. Here’s what I have learned over the last 30 years, and how you can...

This is not an easy article for me to write and I do not want to seem like a party pooper but I do need to think about the safety of your dog. Repetitive  exercise, twisting and jumping may look like fun for your dog, but can result in long-lasting injuries.

Ready for two provoking and thought inviting topics?! You are at the right place. The first one is freeeeedom! You know the thing that we used to be entitled to according to the charter of rights.😉 The second topic is about letting our dogs sleep in our beds. Check it...

Today is not the first time that I have written on the topic of regret. Vets witness regret on a daily basis when working with pet guardians who wish they hadn't waited for so long to deal with a health problem. Regret is the “best friend” of a whole bunch of characters...

Here is a first-aid guide for dogs and what to do if your dog has acute lameness, is limping or cannot walk or run. Also, learn how best to approach ongoing chronic mobility issues.

I prefer to think that in most cases people are unaware, rather than stupid. When it comes to dog health, you may be unaware of many easy and natural steps you can take to help your dog live a happier longer life. Read on to learn more about many commonly unknown...

It hurts to see dogs get hurt. That is why I find it difficult to visit the dog park. You often see dogs being overworked and sustaining injuries that can bother them the rest of their lives. Find out nine ways to keep your dog happy and healthy with exercise...

Click here to read the story of a two legged dog on two wheels; why tennis balls are dangerous for dogs; how ball chucking tools cause many injuries; why prong collars are dangerous; and why kibble is the food that creates disease.

Naturally, most of us ask the nagging question, “Why?”. In the veterinary practice, people ask “Why?” when their dog gets sick. Usually, they hope to get a simple answer that points to one or two reasons why their dog’s problem happened. The challenge is that the answer is rarely this...

Tips on exercising your senior dog - how much swimming is too much - 11 step exercise routine - 86 year old marathon runner and more

If you have a dog, this is one of the most important info you will read.  Stiffness, tightness, arthritis and weakness are some of the most common reasons why dogs age and deteriorate faster than necessary.  No matter if you have a young dog or older dog, this info will...

Our dogs don’t have to be immobile and decrepit by the time they turn into seniors. I know you feel the time you have with your dog is precious, just like me, so I want to share how I kept my dog Skai active and healthy as a senior dog....