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The Whole Dog Journal
23.11.2024
Double coated dogs require regular grooming to keep shedding at a reasonable level, and to prevent health problems like tangles and matting.
The key to training an aggressive dog is to identify the root cause of the aggression and remove the trigger for the behavior during training.
22.11.2024
Dog park rules keep dogs and their owners safe. They can be common sense or very specific. Frequently they are enforced by local authorities.
Whole Dog Journal‘s mission is to provide dog guardians with in-depth information on dog food, training, behavior, health, and more.
21.11.2024
A dog's tail held down is an appeasement sign that can indicate nervousness, fear, or stress. The exact feelings depend a lot on context signs.
20.11.2024
Flyball takes the game of fetch to the next level by adding hurdles, a box to turn on, and other dogs racing at the same time.
19.11.2024
Having a dog in an apartment comes with its own unique challenges as apartment living will expose the dog to a lot of people and other pets.
18.11.2024
Do dogs grieve the loss of another dog? How do you help a dog cope with the loss of another dog if they do? There is no simple answer for these questions.
17.11.2024
Anaphylaxis in dogs is an life-threatening allergic reaction. The most common causes are stings, vaccines, medications, and rarely, foods.
16.11.2024
Why do dogs bark at nothing? Well, it isn't nothing to the dog and there could be several causes from boredom to sound you can't here.
15.11.2024
Whole Dog editor Nancy Kerns shares her simple and effective recipe to remove skunk smell from a dog, and some advice for applying it.
14.11.2024
Dog recovery suits are an alternative to plastic surgery cones that allows dogs a high range of mobility while protecting stitches and wounds.
13.11.2024
Hip dysplasia can result in a tell-tale hip dysplasia stance. However, odd gaits and limp are a better sign of early hip dysplasia in young dogs.
11.11.2024
Dog grooming costs so much due to the skill needed, and the physical demands of moving and positioning a dog who may be large and uncooperative.
10.11.2024
Dogs can't have cold sores in the same way humans do. Dogs can develop cold sore like ulcers due to a variety infections one of which is CUPS.
09.11.2024
Tylenol, or acetaminophen, is a go-to pain reliever for humans, but it can be deadly to dogs. Do not give your dog any Tylenol for any reason.
08.11.2024
Does humane and ethical sourcing of chicken and other meat affect your pet food buying? Please tell us why or why not?
07.11.2024
Most Christmas trees are not toxic to dogs, but chewing on them or ingesting sap or branches can make your dog sick.
Dogs are know to lick their wounds. This behavior helps remove dirt and debris from the injury and help it to heal.
05.11.2024
Do fleas die in winter? No, they do not. Colder temperatures slow down their life cycle, but they can still hitch a ride on your dog.
04.11.2024
In addition to more routine allergies, dogs can have sever anaphylactic reactions too. You can identify a dog allergic reaction by its symptoms.
03.11.2024
How long does it take a dog to adjust to a new home? It depends on the dog, but with clear routines, and patience you can help a new dog adjust.
02.11.2024
After long debate scientists have reached a consensus: dogs can smell cancer. The discovery has implications for early detection and diagnosis.
01.11.2024
Dog transport services provide critically important services for dog owners who are moving. Some even provide special personalized attention.
31.10.2024
Halloween can traumatize dogs, or offer escape through open doors with distracted door-answerers. Follow these tips to keep your dog safe.
Dogs can have peppermint in small amounts, but it's not necessary for the dog's health and it can harm them in large amount, or mixed with sweeteners.
30.10.2024
There are many Thanksgiving foods dogs can eat. The key is to let them indulge in moderation to avoid pancreatitis, vomiting, and diarrhea.
29.10.2024
A counter surfing dog is a nuisance. The best way to deal with it is through counter conditioning that teaches them to stay in place and ignore food.
26.10.2024
Rescue dogs who learn to love their crates will use them independently. The rule when crate training a rescue dog is not to overdo it.
25.10.2024
Nancy Kerns reflects on the challenges of fostering a strong willed adolescent dog who grew up in a shelter, and the need for more foster volunteers.
Potty training a puppy is an exercise in diligence, consistency, and patience. So how do these things apply when it comes to how to potty train a puppy in an apartment?
24.10.2024
Dogs love vegetables, and can eat tomatoes. They’re a healthy treat, although they probably aren’t as popular as green beans and carrots.
23.10.2024
Spay vs neuter can have long term implications for your dog's health. Hormones play a role in development and sterilization changes hormones.
22.10.2024
Rally obedience is a canine sport that uses a course of signs and instructions to test your dog's training and your communication skills.
20.10.2024
It can be surprisingly hard to know how old your dog is. Especially a rescue dog. Fortunately, there are techniques to figure it out.
19.10.2024
Idiopathic rage in dogs is a sudden and explosive outbreak of aggression. It is rare and in most cases a dog's aggression has other causes.
18.10.2024
There is a lot of variety in how dog owners maintain their adult dogs' vaccination schedules. How often do you vaccinate for parvo?
Halloween can be a fun holidays for a pet, but also one of the most hazardous. Halloween pet safety tips can keep your dog safe and happy.
17.10.2024
How can you tell if two dogs are playing or fighting? The key is to watch their body language to see if they're relaxed or tense.