Adopting a puppy mill dog means rescuing a pup from a horrible existence. But be prepared for some challenges. These dogs have had no socialization. When they have been handled, infrequently by their keepers, it’s usually with rough treatment. They have spent their lives in small, wire cages with little or no time outdoors. They’ve […]
February 2013 Update – Kasel Associates Industries is recalling all pet treats manufactured from April 20 thru September 19, 2012, due to potential salmonella contamination. Honest Kitchen is voluntarily recalling 5 lots of Verve, Zeal and Thrive pet food products produced between August and November, 2012. There is a potential for salmonella contamination in these […]
Hypothyroidism is one of the most common ailments in dogs. It is caused by a deficiency of thyroid hormones. Hypothyroidism is an auto-immune disease in which the body sees the thyroid gland as a foreign threat. The dog’s thyroid gland is divided into 2 lobes, butterfly shaped, which are on either side of the trachea […]
