Canine Health

Is your dog suffering from decreased joint health? Like humans, dogs who maintain an extremely active lifestyle or are simply entering their senior years are more likely to suffer from osteoarthritis and other joint issues. For dog lovers, watching the discomfort and lack of mobility that comes from these issues can be heartbreaking. What many don’t realize is that there are a number of natural foods that can increase joint health for dogs. Be sure to consult with your vet before adding any of these to your dog’s diet, however! Alfalfa Alfalfa is a member of the pea family, and has been used for medicinal purposes for over 1,000 years. According to clinical research quoted in Dogs Naturally Magazine, as...

What do you think the most common orthopaedic injury is for dogs? Surprisingly, ACL tears makes up to 65% of surgical orthopaedic caseloads for specialty veterinarians. For a full ACL tear in a dog's knee, the best and often only option is to perform a tibial plateau leveling osteotomy also called a TPLO. This surgical procedure removes the torn ACL and changes the biomechanics of the knee so the dog can function normally without the need of an ACL. Up to 40% of dogs that experience a tear in one ACL will tear the opposite knee’s ACL as well. Once the procedure is complete the dog and owner work through an intense series of physical therapy to help the dog...

There is few greater joys than welcoming a new puppy into your home. They are a new member of the family but once you get them home, many new owners wonder what to do. How do you train your new puppy to go potty outside? How do you instill some manners into the new addition? Positive reinforcement training is the standard in the dog training world. This means that for every correct action the puppy performs, they receive some form of treat. For example, the puppy comes when called, they will receive a reward in the form of food or play with a unique toy. When practicing positive reinforcement training techniques, pet supplies such as small training treats, dog clicker,...