James Grayston 
Dogs can suffer from many human diseases, diabetes, hypertension, heart conditions and even cancer. Those are well-documented, but many wonder whether dogs might also be affected by other conditions, like Down Syndrome. There’s a lot of talk about pugs, in particular. Can pugs have Down Syndrome? If you look at pugs, with their short limbs …
As a dog-parent, it’s an unsettling sight to see bugs wriggling around in your dog’s poop. That’s likely the reason you’re here, or perhaps you just want to be well-prepared for this scenario in the future. Understandably, your first concern will be for your dog’s health, and you’ll want to make sure that they are …
If only they could talk… Dogs cannot talk, but that doesn’t mean they do not communicate. They do quite a lot and it’s your responsibility as their human friend to understand just what they’re trying to tell you. For instance, examining a dog’s sleeping position can help you understand how they’re feeling, whether they’re relaxed, …
Offering your furry companion a bit of whatever it is you’re having for dinner is such a natural thing to do and yet most pet owners are well aware most human foods aren’t good for their dogs. Not all of them, obviously, which brings us to the question of ravioli. Can a dog eat ravioli? …
Did you know that upwards of 80% of dogs have diseased gums and teeth? As we know in humans, our health begins in our mouths. For a dog, periodontal disease can be especially devastating because it can lead to a loss of teeth and a whole host of health problems. That’s why many dog owners …
Having a pit bull in your home must have made you realize that your dog is no ordinary pet. It can be more of everything a pet can be. But while a pit bull is an amazing, loyal, and very loving companion, which may not be easily seen in other pets, you, yourself, is amazing …
As a responsible dog owner it’s your job to keep an eye on your pet’s health, even if this includes keeping an eye on his balls. The moment you discover any change down there you need to make sure there’s nothing to worry about. One of the most common questions pet parents have is why …
It is not uncommon that we see a lot of dogs locked in old and rusty cages. Some are also wearing metal collars tied to equally rusting chains. Because of the tendency of dogs to lick and bite, there is always a high probability of rust being ingested by our favorite pets. But it is …
Fat is an integral part of dogs’ diet; they rely on it in order to stay healthy. But, while our canine friends can eat more fats than we do, too much fat can also be bad for them. As responsible dog owners, we want to provide our dogs with all the nutrients that they might …
If you’re one of those who enjoy a generous helping of yellow rice every now and then, and would like to know if you can share some of this delicacy with your furry friend. The simple answer to that is no, and the not-so-simple answer is maybe. Most often than not, yellow rice will contain …
