Dog Articles

Leashing your dog – a subject close to my heart. When you leash your dog, it’s an important part of teaching that you are the pack leader. And you have control of your dog when leashed. I’ve heard many stories from people who tell me of their off-leash dogs that would never disobey a command. […]

Teaching your dog to come when called is probably the most important command he can learn. It may very well be a life-saver. Never ask your dog to come to you in anger or for punishment or to do something he may find unpleasant. The come command should always be a pleasant and rewarding experience. […]

Next to the command to come, the stay command can save your dog’s life. While challenging, it is very important to teach your dog the obey the stay. Dogs like activity, like to be with their people and may find this a difficult exercise. But teaching your dog to stay will pay off if you […]

A female dog can come into heat as early as 6 months old. The heat period lasts about 3 weeks and occurs usually every 6 months. If you plan on breeding your dog, it’s best to wait until at least her 2nd heat when it will be healthier for her and the puppies. Here are […]

If you smoke at home, you could be putting your pets at risk for cancer. A 2002 study showed that cats exposed to second-hand smoke were twice as likely to develop the disease. If they were exposed for five years or more, the risk tripled. Cats are at risk because the smoke clings to their […]

All animals shed to a degree. The amount of shedding and regrowth of hair varies with age, breed, environment and health. Dogs normally shed twice a year, in spring and fall. Shedding is a normal process that rids the coat of dead hair. Shedding in the spring allows the dog to rid itself of its […]

Celebrate National Puppy Day , March 23rd, by adopting a puppy. Of course, have a family discussion first and make sure your are all ready to make a commitment to take on the responsibility of puppy ownership. Before choosing a puppy, do your research. Choose a puppy that will fit into your life style as […]

The creation of Dog Parks across the country has given dogs the opportunity to run and play with friends in a secure, fenced-in environment. For those living in big cities, it’s a wonderful improvement over the daily, sometimes boring walk. However if we want these dog parks to remain open, there are some rules and […]

Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease that affects dogs, horses, humans and livestock and rarely show signs in cats. Leptospirosis can cause horses to abort. It is spread through contaminated water, urine, contact bites, sometimes food or bedding. It is more prevalant in warm weather and temperate climates. The bacteria enters the bloodstream through mucous membranes […]

K9 Magazine’s dog reviewer, Chloe the dog, reviews FlexPet with CM8, a vitamin supplement for pets with arthritis. Check out page 27 of the current issue online at http://content.yudu.com/A1lmgm/K9Issue32/resources/index.htm?referrerUrl=! Related articles: Understanding Arthritis in Cats and Dogs