Million Dollar Pet Pix

Pick up that poop -- it's a public health concern!
 
It's a big problem whenever people are out and about with their dogs. Some dog walkers don't want to scoop their pooch's poop.

A number of diseases caused by parasites, like roundworms, can be transferred from pets to people via droppings. Roundworm infections in young children can be very serious.

"That's why it's so important that people pick up after their pets," says Dr. Kevin R. Kazacos, a professor at Purdue University veterinary school and one of the nation's top experts on internal parasites. 

Attention and Training are Key!

For dogs, barking is a natural form of communication. Since they can't tell you when they need something or are worried about a strange noise outside, they bark, growl, or howl to let you know what's going on. And while it's unfair to expect your dog to stop communicating altogether, you can curtail the barking to keep your dog from waking your family or the neighbors.

There are several reasons a dog is a barker, and once you address the "why," you can curtail your dog's barking habits.

Ten Tips To Stop Puppy Chewing Before Your House Looks Like A Demolition Zone

 Let's face it, puppies and chewing go together like bread and butter.  Puppies learn about their surroundings by either sniffing on something or putting it in their mouths and chewing on it.  Puppies chew on things, but to avoid destructive chewing, it's up to their owners to teach them which items are off-limits.  Here are ten ways to stop puppy chewing and destruction.

Everything Your Need To Know About Spaying and Neutering!

As a dog owner it is sometimes difficult to make decisions about what is right for your pet, especially with many veterinarians and pet professionals having at times conflicting views on the pros and cons of neutering.

This article aims to dispel some of the myths surrounding neutering and enable you to make an informed choice on this important issue.

Hair Coat Shedding Related to Seasons

While excessive hair shedding is a common complaint heard among pet owners, in most cases, the shedding is usually normal. An understanding of why dogs and cats lose their hair coat, and what causes shedding, goes a long way towards explaining why they shed hair all the time.

Why does my dog like to eat snow?

This sort of behaviour may have a number of possible triggers. Keep in mind that most senior dog behavior changes have underlying medical causes. According to Dr. Gary Landsberg, board-certified specialist in behaviour, the most common reasons for these quirky changes relate to the presence of underlying chronic diseases such as Cushing's disease, kidney disease, thyroid disease and others that increase the thirst of the pet.

Should Your Dog Eat Table Scraps?

It’s a familiar sight to every pet owner who has sat down to a meal with their dog in the room: Your furry friend scoots as close to the table as he can get. His big, pitiful eyes stare longingly - first at you, then at your plate.

He licks his chops over and over again, hoping to get just one bite of whatever you are eating. As hard as it is not to give in to those sad, soulful eyes, there are many reasons NOT to feed your dog table scraps.

My Barking Dog Is Driving Me Crazy

Dogs bark for a number of reasons. It can be out of excitement when playing or to warn that an intruder is on the premises. This barking is perfectly normal and we humans expect it. But when your dog continually barks, this can cause problems not only for your own household, but often creates tension within your neighborhood. Some cities and towns have noise ordinances and an incessantly barking dog may bring the police or animal control to your door issuing a warning or possibly a ticket. What to do?

Top Dog Names – But! Ask Your Dog First Before Choosing a Name...

You spend a great deal of time on creating just the right environment for your dog(s), you take great care in what you feed them, and they get their shots exactly when they need them.  You take care of those things because you are a fantastic caregiver.  I’m sure you also take your time in picking out just the right name for your dog as well.  But, did you know they need a say in what they are named as well?  They may not know about the top brands of dog food, but they sure know if they like and will respond to their name.

What to Expect When Your Dog is Expecting
 
Are you getting ready for your dog to have puppies? Having a litter of pups sounds like a lot of fun, but there is much work involved. Here are some tips on how to get your dog and you ready for birth. The first thing to know is that your dog will be pregnant on average for 63 days. This is not very much time so make sure you are ready.