We all know that children tend to get ear infections pretty regularly, but the same is true for dogs. The shape of their ear canals means they are more prone to developing ear infections than humans, and if they have long floppy ears that cover and close their ear canals, they are even more prone …
Yes, board and train is worth it for the right dog and situation. “Board and train” means your dog will stay with the trainer for a specified amount of time to work on obedience training. Usually the amount of time is 6 weeks or so, but it varies. If board and train is in your …
Dogs’ bodies work a lot like human bodies. For example, if they eat too little, they can feel tired and lethargic. In young dogs, a lack of proper nutrients can stunt their growth, and in older dogs, it can accelerate health issues. Feed your dog too much, however, and they can become overweight. This can …
Most pet parents know how important it is to take care of their dog’s teeth, but actually doing it can be a challenge. The first step in the process is to understand your dog’s teeth, which aren’t all that different from your own. So, in today’s article, I will be looking at just how many …
If you have had your dog since they were a puppy, you might mark their birthday on your calendar, or at least the day they came to live with you every year. Did you know that all shelter dogs are given the same birthday? Shelter dogs all celebrate their birthday on August 1st. If you …
I would love to stop my dogs from roughhousing indoors. I have a weimaraner and a yellow Labrador. They are both very playful dogs who get bursts of energy several times per day! We don’t have a yard, so I try my best to give my dogs the exercise they need. We go for several …
My dogs Rip the Lab and Remy the Weimaraner recently tested out the new dog frisbees from Mighty Paw. I’m sharing my feedback as well as some feedback from a few of That Mutt’s readers who also tested out the frisbees. This article is sponsored by Mighty Paw. Mighty Paw Frisbee Review My first impression …
Dog guilt after bringing home your baby – How to adjust to caring for your baby when you have active dogs and a needy cat! Hang in there!
New Pet Hair Removal Rollers from Mighty Paw. Products to have on hand if you have a big dog who sheds a ton!
My 5-year-old dog has developed some strong noise phobias in agility. This article is about my personal experience and the very difficult decision to retire my dog from agility, at least temporarily. This does not mean there is no hope for your fearful agility dog! There are a lot of resources available to help.