Welcome to our Peculiar Pet Facts series, where we investigate the oddities of our pets and explore the science behind them. Have you ever wondered why puppy siblings can look so different from each other? Or why some puppies look nothing like their parents? Well, it’s in their DNA! Different genes and genetic combinations control…
More than 1 million pets throughout the United States have developed heartworm and are suffering from the consequences1. Heartworm is a preventable disease with the help of effective medication that can be found over the counter and through veterinarians. However, people cannot protect their pets from heartworm if they don’t know about the dangers and…
Dogs have a thyroid gland in their necks that produces hormones. When excess thyroid hormones are released, hyperthyroidism occurs and results in negative effects in the body. This condition is most common in older dogs but is quite rare overall. Causes of hyperthyroidism in dogs A cancerous thyroid mass is the most common cause of…
A senior dog, named Mellow, from Dupont, Pennsylvania took his final walk and his entire neighborhood gave him one heck of a send-off on Saturday, June 03. On Friday, June 02, KJ Warunek, a member of the Facebook group called Dogspotting Society, posted a photo of a letter she received in her mailbox. The rest…
It’s a big decision, so check these boxes before you sign on the dotted line.By Jodi HelmerSo this is it: you’re ready to adopt. Or are you? Adopting a pet is a long-term commitment; you’ll be responsible for another life, and you have to be ready to take on whatever that entails. Before filling out…
You’re outside playing fetch with your favorite canine fetcher and you hear a familiar and unwelcome buzzing in your ear. Mosquitoes. They can quickly ruin a pleasant evening and cut fetch time short with all that swatting and slapping. Most people are probably aware that certain types of these pesky insects can transmit diseases to…
While Vizsla and Redbone Coonhounds are extremely similar, there are some slight differences between them. These differences can determine which dog is better for specific families. Therefore, learning about each breed is important before deciding which one to adopt. This article will examine each canine, helping you decide which option is best for your family….
Teaching your dog to shake is a classic dog trick that most dogs learn very quickly and will thrill your friends and family. Watch our dog trainer, Sassafras Lowrey’s step-by-step video on teaching your dog to shake: Before your training session, gather your supplies: small pieces of treats your dog is excited about a clicker…
A cement wall at the Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) was just not high enough for a pair of inseparable pals. A video from inside MACC shows a brown dog, named Brenda, hopping over the wall to spend time with another one of the shelter’s dog, named Linda. The Pitbulls, Brenda and Linda, reportedly…
Kristen Curette & Daemaine Hines / StocksyThis year, for the first time ever, the French Bulldog, commonly known as a “Frenchie,” was named America’s most popular dog breed. After 31 years of Labrador Retrievers reigning supreme, some may be surprised by this dethroning — but those who know and love their Frenchies certainly aren’t. Why are…