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American Bulldog Background Information & History The American Bulldog is a descendant of the English bulldog and was brought to the United States by early immigrants back in the 17th century. Similar to their close cousins, the American Bulldog was known to be a tough breed that excelled at many jobs on the farm. Not…

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For many, dogs are like another member of the family and rarely are left behind regardless of the destination. However, long road trips, airplane travel, or other modes of transportation may cause your pet to get motion sickness, which then leads to vomiting. Rather than leave your dog at home when you hit the road,…

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The most critical time for your new puppy to learn and mature is up to about the first 3 to 12 weeks of his life. For this reason, it is extremely important to warm your pup up to socializing with older dogs. This will likely make your dog more friendly and confident when he grows…

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When the pollen count increases, does your body respond with a runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, and itchy, inflamed skin? Did you know these allergic reactions are also common in dogs? Dog allergies can be caused by any number of things, including a change in the environment. A new dog food, new shampoo, or interaction…

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It’s interesting to think that dogs can have feelings that mimic those found in humans. Without verbally communicating, they can tell us how they feel through their actions. When they’re feeling happy, excited, sad, or stressed, your dog most likely shows characteristics that echoes how he is feeling. He may vigorously wag his tail, run…

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When your pet “has to go” you usually turn a blind eye and let him do his business. Or, it has become such a routine part of your life that you no longer even pay attention. However typical or mundane, being attentive to your dog’s urine or urination habits can be an extremely helpful indicator…

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As a pet owner, it is stressful when you believe your companion might be sick. A common sign of illness in both humans and pets is a fever or increased body temperature. However, unlike humans, detecting a fever in felines is not as easy as one might believe. Even though it’s a common thought, you…

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Dog phobias are as numerous and varying as humans. Many of them have to do with inbred survival instincts and threat assessment, while others may be due to past experience or sensory overload. It can be very difficult to watch your dog cower in fear and not understand why. When your usually joyous pooch is…

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Head out the window, tongue blowing wildly in the wind, some dogs are made for the open road. But what if your particular pup doesn’t care for the car? Car anxiety is a fairly common condition in canines that can lead to missed appointments, delayed adventures, and, most importantly, a stressful day for your furry…

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There is nothing in the world quite so sad as watching your puppy struggle or suffer. This is your good boy, your best friend, and the pain he is in can break your heart if you don’t understand how to soothe it. However, sometimes that pain may not necessarily be physical and cannot be so…

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