So, the Obamas have finally added that new puppy to their family, and his cute little face is staring at you from every newspaper/magazine/website you come across and suddenly you find yourself thinking "Aawww... he's so sweet. I want one of those" But...

Natural, herbal and holistic alternatives are becoming more and more popular with pet owners today. Learn how your pup can benefit from the use of natural products to prevent and treat certain conditions. Natural supplements and remedies are often a sa...

Is your puppy having difficulty pooping? Are his stools hard or dry? Does he strain or cry when having a bowel movement? If you answered "yes" to one or more of these questions, you may have a constipated puppy on your hands. Although true constipat...

We all know that we feel better after 8 hours of zzzz's, but the reasons behind that feeling of well-being are not so well known. After a long, tiring day, the idea of climbing into bed can seem like heaven. But for many of us, life is so busy, that sl...

It's not just the economy that keeps many of us wide-awake in the dark - although it certainly doesn't help! Sleep disorders are becoming more and more common in todays' 'hurry-hurry, busy-busy' world. With so much to do, and so little time, sleep is s...

When a puppy leaves his first family, and heads off to his new, forever home, he's still very young. Around 8 weeks if he's a medium/large breed pup, more likely 10 - 12 weeks old if he's a tiny or toy breed puppy. At this age, a puppy is a baby, and a...

Pet owners know how costly veterinary care can be, even routine procedures and visits are expensive. If your pet becomes ill suddenly, or is injured in an accident the resulting bills can make a big dent in your savings. Although the US lags behind mos...

If you're thinking about adding a new puppy to your family, why not consider adopting one from a local animal shelter or you city Pound? Most pounds and rescues are overflowing with dogs in desperate need of a loving home. You may think that only older...

When you decide to add a new puppy to your household, it can be a challenge not to run out and fall in love with the first furbaby you see.! However, when it comes to choosing the right dog breed it pays to be patient and take a little time to pick the be...

Summer is wonderful, but it can bring out some nasty little creatures - fleas and ticks! Most of us love summer, but if your dog is bothered by those summertime pests - fleas and ticks, he won't be having much fun. Itchy skin, excessive scratching ...

Anyone who's ever owned a puppy knows how common, and annoying, worms can be. Most worms set up home inside your puppy's digestive system, but some worms invade other, more critical organs such as the heart. Having worms can cause all kinds of problems...