Your dog is your very best friend. Did you understand that your dog's diet can affect their oral health?

Have you ever heard out of nowhere weird sounds of snorts, honks and wheezes from your dog? Don't panic, its likely that your dog just experiences what is known as paroxysmal respiration, more commonly known as "Reverse Sneezing".

It's shame that most dog owners donít realize that dental hygiene is as important for their dogs as it is for themselves. Teeth that have been neglected are subject to several types of mouth disease just like their human friends. e know that if we don't brush our teeth, plaque will build up and eventually cause tooth decay. The same thing happens to dogs. When plaque builds up and hardens, it becomes a coarse brown substance called tartar. As tartar accumulates, it can wor...

You may not think that pets and hospitals go hand in hand, but they do. The very presence of an animal in the hospital often causes an uproar - but in a good way. Everyone wants to get in on the fun.

You may have heard this term before but weren’t sure what it meant. Pet therapy is a relatively new type of program that uses various types of animals to assist human beings with rehabilitation, mental disorders and comfort. Keep reading to find out more about pet therapy.

Dogs are said to be “man’s best friend” and nowhere does that show more than in pet therapy. One of the most commonly used pets is dogs. They have been our faithful companions for centuries and now are also being seen as homeopathic healers. 

You’ve heard about pet therapy. It just might be a good option for you or a loved one. So, what is the next step? How do you find a therapy pet that is right for your needs? Here are some suggestions.

Therapy dogs are not considered official service dogs, but they perform a very useful service in the informal sense. Therapy dogs help encourage and comfort people who are experiencing a difficult time. They have been used to help children with behavioral disorders and bring smiles to the faces of elderly people in nursing homes. 

Ever thought of grooming your dogs at home? This post will get you started with selecting the best grooming scissors for small dogs.

There are several Chihuahua health issues that you should know about before committing to one. While the dog tends to be healthy, it does have specific issues you should be aware of.

Therapy pets are instrumental in changing the lives of many people on a daily basis. Just the touch of an animal has been shown to increase those “feel good” endorphins in the body as well as promote energy and decrease feelings of loneliness and isolation. Maybe you are looking to become a volunteer at a hospital, school or nursing home. These organizations are amenable to animal visits. Here are some suggestions for you and your pet if therapy is what you are considering.

An innovative program set up by Therapy Dogs International is "children checking out to pet dogs." Handlers and their dogs visit schools and libraries routinely and engage with kids who have trouble reading.