National Dog Walker Appreciation Day is an officially recognized observation founded by Wag! for the men and women who walk millions of miles each day, exercising and entertaining mankind’s furry, four-legged friends. Whether walking with Wag!, another business, a friend or a colleague, dog walkers everywhere deserve a little extra gratitude today.” If you need…
WHAT IS IT? Canine influenza virus (CIV) causes respiratory symptoms similar to those experienced by humans with the flu, including coughing, sneezing, lethargy, fever, and discharge from the nose and eyes. There are two known influenza virus types that can infect and spread between dogs in the United States. IS THERE A VACCINE FOR CANINE…
Siberian Huskies 101 As a general rule (and there are always exceptions, of course), huskies who don’t receive the amount of physical activity and mental stimulation they require will “figure it out themselves,” according to Dawn Eisele, Public Education Chair of the Siberian Husky Club of America (SHCA), often with disastrous consequences. Some of the…
Brush Up On Pet Dental Health Month To help keep your pets smiling bright, we’re celebrating Pet Dental Health Month in February – making this the perfect time to get your furry friend on a proper dental regimen. Schedule an appointment this month for a dental cleaning procedure and receive a $100 credit through the…
Usually, when we come across the words “PTSD” and “dogs” in the same sentence, it’s in reference to therapy dogs trained to help humans with post-traumatic stress disorder. But we’ve learned over the last 10 years or so that canine companions can also suffer from PTSD. In fact, roughly 5% to 17% of dogs are…
This summer, 7-year-old Teddy is sporting a crew cut to keep him cool. Amy Koepke, 56, of Osceola, Wisconsin, also puts ice in his water and walks with him for about 30 minutes less than usual. Teddy is her golden retriever. “When it gets hot and humid, it definitely makes a difference,” Koepke, 56, says….
Do your dogs or cats have a great Halloween costume? If so, then enter the All Animal Care Clinic dog and cat Halloween photo contest by posting a picture of your pet in the comments below! The dog and cat who receive the most likes on Facebook will each win a trick or treat gift…
With all the unconditional love dogs shower us with, they’re no doubt the best creatures on Earth. The least that we can do is reassure them, we value their efforts. And we do. Apparently, more than half of dog owners in the U.S. kiss their pets more than their partners, a new study says. The…
As you roll out the barbeque and fireworks, don’t forget your pet’s safety! July 5th is one of the busiest days for shelters across the country with a 30% increase in lost pets because many spooked pets flee their homes amidst explosions and smoke. This video rounds up some of the best 4th of July…
1. Visit your veterinarian. Your dog should be current on vaccinations, and fl ea and intestinal parasite preventives before running around with other dogs at the dog park. Before a dog park visit is also a great time to talk about your dog’s temperament and whether he’s ready to engage with other pets and people…