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Teaching Your Dog To Swim

Swimming is terrific, joint-friendly exercise for dogs, not to mention a fun pastime. Not all dogs are natural swimmers—despite having a swim style named after them—but most dogs can learn to love spending time in the water. As with all …
Puppy Proofing Your Home

Puppies have three top priorities: Eat, play, and explore. The three often overlap, as most puppy exploring is done through play and by trying to eat things. Add a puppy to your family and every inch of your home will be sniffed, chewed, bounced on, and played with.
Welcome Home, Puppy! Your Puppys First Day at Home

The moment has finally arrived! The longest car ride of your life has come to an end and you are ready to begin your new life with your pup. Emotions and excitement are likely to be in full force but remember, everything is new for your little guy and adjusting may take some time. Here are a few steps to help you and your puppy ease into your new life together:
Holiday Safety

When holiday season rolls around, be sure to pay special attention to keeping your pets safe and healthy. This can be a confusing time for pets with new smells, guests and strange new things in the house. The last thing you want is to spend your holiday time at the Emergency Vet Clinic. Here are some basic tips to make sure everyone in the family enjoys a safe and happy holiday:
Dealing With Separation Anxiety

What is separation anxiety? It is a canine disorder related to being left alone, ranging in severity from mild anxiety to outright panic attacks.
Dog Phobias

Fear is most often caused by under-socialization. Most fears can be reduced and sometimes conquered completely. Common fears: Men, strangers, children, loud noises (gunshots, car backfire), strange objects (crutches, vacuum cleaners), car travel, vet’s offices.
Thinking About Getting A Dog? Read This To Find Out If You’re Ready.

In addition to being fun, cuddly, good for your health, and generally lovable, dogs shed, drool, bark, and sometimes roll in unsavory things. As comedienne Rita Rudner said: “My husband and I are either going to buy a dog or have a child. We can’t decide whether to ruin our carpets or ruin our lives.”
Introducing Cats & Dogs

Do you have a cat and want a dog, too? Vice versa? The key to domestic bliss in a cat-dog household is a careful introduction and ongoing monitoring. The best candidates for peaceful coexistence are very laid-back cats and kittens, and easy-going dogs, puppies, and dogs without strong predatory instincts.
Choosing a Collar for Your Puppy

Collar options fall into three main categories: Flat collars, head harnesses, and body harnesses. The latter two come in anti-pull versions, but remember that anti-pull devices aren’t training tools. Once the collar comes off, your dog will pull again. If you want your dog to choose not to pull, training is the answer.
Adopting A Dog From A Shelter

It’s a common myth that most dogs in shelters have been abused or severely neglected and thus come with serious behavioral issues. Some dogs have indeed suffered badly. Ask anyone who watches Animal Cops. But by far the majority of dogs in shelters are there because of human folly, not human evil.