Kennel to Couch family, we have some exciting news! In our efforts to work towards expanding our mission, we have ended our relationship with our old training provider. The in-person training we were providing was unfortunately a limiting factor due to its centralized...

Do you own a dog but want to rent an apartment or condo, town home or house? If so, it’s vital that you’re fully informed before initiating this all-important process. Why? Because too many dogs are either abandoned or surrendered to animal shelters as a result of...

To maintain the health of the dog, it is essential to provide the animal with an adequate amount of balanced food on a daily basis. There are certain nutrients that an animal cannot lack (e.g., proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, fibers, water). As a...

Like a prenuptial agreement, the aptly named “pet-nuptial” (pet custody) agreement can assist you in keeping your cherished canine companion should your current relationship end. Whether you’re divorcing a spouse, breaking up with a partner or moving out on a...

Kennel cough or infectious tracheobronchitis in dogs is usually caused by a combination of Bordetella and viruses like canine distemper or canine influenza. These viruses weaken their immune systems and attack the cilia (microscopic eyelash-like filaments) lining...

As we celebrate K9 Veteran's Day this weekend, we remember a famous Pibble who served dutifully and became a decorated hero! Stubby was a brindle-patterned terrier mix who became the official mascot of the 102nd Infantry Regiment. He served 18 months in 17 battles....

Woe to those careless doggy owners who leave temptation – most famously socks – within easy gulping reach of their curious canine companions. Notorious for eating items they shouldn’t, dogs can cheerfully chew and swallow almost anything. So what do you do when your...

Named after noted American neurosurgeon, Harvey Cushing, Cushing's disease occurs when your dog’s body makes too much of a natural steroid hormone called cortisol. This hormone helps him respond to stress, control his weight, fight infections and keep his blood sugar...

Most dog owners readily admit to smiling at the silly sight of their dog chasing his tail. But when an occasional tail chasing episode becomes a habit or if it devolves into tail biting or chewing, what was once viewed as cute may, in fact, be worrisome. Consider...

Has your senior dog been drinking a lot more water recently, and having to urinate more frequently? Has he begun losing weight despite being hungrier than usual and wanting to eat all the time? If so, you may have a diabetic dog on your hands. While the exact cause of...