Dehydration and overheating can be very dangerous for dogs. Heat stroke can lead to life-threatening medical conditions, such as seizures or an irregular heartbeat. It’s important to watch for signs of overheating in dogs, especially during the summer months. Here’s...
Physical therapy for dogs? Absolutely. Studies have shown that dogs can benefit just as much as humans from low impact, specialized physical therapy. Whether they are recovering from surgery or even trying to avoid surgery, physical therapy might be the ticket to a...
Has your sweet puppy lost their fresh breath? Does it make you cringe when they open their mouth to give you a kiss and the smell hits you? Bad breath in dogs is often a sign of poor oral health. Tooth decay and gum disease can cause your dog many health problems. If...
Fleas give dogs painful, itchy bites. Some dogs are even allergic to fleas! Along with ticks, fleas can also spread disease, so it’s important to take some precautions. Although we don’t have to worry about Lyme disease here in Arizona, ticks can still carry other...
If you’ve ever noticed that your dog has runny eyes after a walk outside, or that they lick their paws obsessively after returning home, it could be due to seasonal allergies. Yes, dogs can get allergies, too! Just like humans, irritants like pollen, dust, insect...
Have you ever wondered whether dogs have knees? Although dogs walk on all four legs, they actually have two elbows and two knees with kneecaps, like humans. And it’s not just big dogs or older dogs that can struggle with knee problems. Knee problems are...
