Fear of the veterinarian is common in dogs and other animals. The fear may be related to a bad experience at the Vet or simply due to the loud noises and smells associated with the Pet Hospital. I know my dog, Dr. Teddy, is terrified of going to the Vet! He shakes and whines and …
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I love dogs. I have all of my life. So for me, there’s nothing better than coming home to a house full of wagging tails. But are they happy, or are they bored out of their minds? When we brought Teddy home (he was only ten weeks old), Candy was 13 yrs and a fragile …
Bear has received all his vaccinations, and we are beginning to take him on walks. Today was Bear’s second opportunity to walk in the park. He is interested in everything on the ground. It requires strength to keep him safe from his puppy self. Everything finds its way into his mouth, including everything that shouldn’t. …
Do animals play fight? You bet they do! Play fighting is an integral part of animal development. It helps them learn how to interact with others and prepares them for life’s challenges. Puppies are especially prone to play fighting, and it’s a crucial part of their development. But does it drive me nuts? Unfortunately, I …
Dr. Teddy and his birth mom, Matilda, have pink noses, but Little Bear has a black nose. So why do some dogs have pink noses and some don’t? Is a pink nose a signal of a health problem or loss of pigmentation? Summer has a black nose, and Dr. Teddy has a pink nose. There …
Today, Bear is 18 weeks old (how can that be?), and he has been an essential part of our family for two months. Puppies grow so fast, and we definitely see such changes in Bear’s strength, confidence, stability, and speed of movement. In the photos below, you can see some differences between Teddy and Bear …
Anthony’s sweet little Summer amazed me the other day. She opened two doors to get inside the house all by herself. But first, let me explain that Summer was not outside alone; no, we were all outside with her. Summer opened the door to the garage and then the door/entrance to the house. The doors …
Dogs are napping masters. It seems as if we can sleep anywhere and anytime we want! However, napping is essential for dogs – it helps us relax and recharge our batteries. This blog post will look at the art of napping as practiced by dogs. We will explore the different types of naps dogs take, …
There is something undeniably special about puppies. They make us feel happy and warm inside, and we can’t resist their big puppy dog eyes. But what is it that makes puppies so darn adorable? The answer has much to do with oxytocin – the hormone responsible for love and care. This blog post will explore …
All puppies nip, including Mr. Bear. It’s just something that they do as they explore the world and learn about their surroundings. But for new dog owners, it can be pretty frustrating when their puppies start nipping at them and other family members. So many trainers and experts are on the Internet and YouTube professing …
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