Saving Pit Bulls, one wet nose at a time
K9 Veteran’s Day: Remembering Sergeant Stubby
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....
What to do When your Dog Ingests Foreign Objects
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...
Cushing’s Disease in Senior Dogs
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...
Tail Biting and Chewing in Dogs
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...
Diabetes in Senior Dogs and How to Cope
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...
