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Who doesn’t like spending time outside with their furry friends? In summer, however, even warm temperatures can lead to overheating in dogs – and it’s your responsibility to ensure they stay healthy and cool enough to play fetch with you. Luckily, it takes a few precautions to keep your dog safe and sound even in a heatwave. Here’s your guide on how to keep your dog cool, how to recognize that your dog may be overheating, and what to do if they show signs of overheating.

The Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Vizsla are two unique breeds with origins in very different parts of the world! Known for their distinct short-haired, red-colored coats, it’s easy to see how these dogs could be mistaken for one another. Yet, there are a few differences that help tell them apart if you know what to look for!

It’s been a long-held standard by veterinarians that spaying or neutering pets is a non-negotiable responsibility of pet ownership. However, attitudes toward pet sterilization are beginning to change due to emerging research, advances in veterinary medicine, and evolving social attitudes. This article examines the current status of pet sterilization through recent developments and debates. We will also explore alternative methods for population control and how changes in veterinary practices could affect pet health and animal welfare.

One of the key aspects of ensuring toy breed dogs lead long, healthy, and joyful lives is understanding the importance of their diet. Just as we carefully consider our own nutritional needs, it is equally vital to make informed choices when it comes to nourishing our four-legged friends. Today, we explore the best food options that contribute to a toy dog breed's overall well-being.

There are some behaviors that dogs are well known for. They like to sniff, they like to run and play, and overall, they like to bark. All are normal behaviors for a dog while in context, but could these normal, natural behaviors become a problem? What if, say, a dog is barking more than normal? What if they seem to bark at, unexaggeratedly, everything or in persistent and over-the-top ways? What if they do more than just bark when faced with certain objects, people, situations, or other dogs? A larger issue could be at play here, meaning that a dog is reactive.