In March, health officials in Miami-Dade County noticed an influx of dogs infected with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), commonly known as “kennel cough”. Due to growing concern, county animal services decided to suspend dog adoptions and wellness clinic services on March 23rd. Currently, this outbreak of CIRDC is limited to South Florida, but […]
Category Archives: Dog health
How to Sort Out Custody of a Pet
A divorce can be extremely traumatic for everyone involved – the adults, the children and even the pets. In many cases, the adults involved will have to figure out a new living and support situation for the dependents involved. According to statistics, roughly 1 in 2 children will see their parents’ marriage end. Unfortunately, the […]
How to Train Your Dog to Ride in a Motorcycle Sidecar
When driving down a busy road, it’s hard not to notice a dog riding shotgun as a passenger. If the dog happens to be riding in the sidecar of a motorcycle, that usually requires a double take. If you prefer to ride a motorcycle than drive your car, there are ways to include your four-legged […]
Keeping Your Dog Happy & Comfortable on New Year’s Eve
Believe it or not, 2021 is nearly over and New Year’s Eve is just around the corner. Perhaps you’re looking forward to a day full of festivities, celebrating the arrival of 2022 with good friends and family. For many people, New Year’s Eve is a time of joy and excitement. However, your family’s pets may […]
How to Keep Your Dog Safe in the Car
For many, there’s nothing better than driving around with your furry best friend in the passenger seat. Unfortunately, this activity can turn dangerous very quickly. Having an animal in the car can lead to major distractions for the driver that could result in a serious accident on the road. As stated by a Lowell car […]
What to Do if Your Dog Bites Someone
Your dog biting another person may be one of your worst nightmares as a dog owner. On top of potentially causing serious injury, this type of incident can also lead to your dog being taken away from you. As a dog owner, you know and love your dog. It’s important to understand the legal ramifications […]
Dog Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
The holiday season spanning Thanksgiving to New Year’s is one of the most joyful, exciting times of the year. But it can be fraught with hazards for your furry friends. Check out these tips to help keep them safe and prevent an emergency trip to the vet. Tell Guests You Have a Dog If you […]
Dog Behavior Issues: Understanding & Treating Bad Habits
Certain dog behaviors are considered as bad if they become excessive and unwelcome. Unlike humans, dogs do not have a sense of what is right or wrong. It is up to the owner to teach their dog good behavior and correct bad behavioral issues. To fix or preventing certain bad behaviors, it is important to […]
How Does Divorce Affect Dogs?
The loss of a marriage can be devastating. Not only are you losing a relationship, but your sense of every day normalcy. But it’s not only you that will be struggling to find a new routine – your furry best friend will be as well. According to recent studies, it’s estimated that up to 50 […]
How Dogs Have Benefited From The Stay-at-Home Orders
While this has been a very trying time for people all over the world, there is one group of mammals that have benefited from the mandatory stay-at-home order – dogs! From surges in purchases of pet products to shelters being cleared out, our furry, four-legged friends have been seeing a rise in attention. In April, […]