Urinary tract infections are common in dogs. Photo: pcdazero Think your dog might have a urinary tract infection (UTI)? These types of infections are common in dogs — but they can be simple or complicated. Don’t ignore any changes in your dog’s urination habits. The longer you wait to address a UTI, the harder it

Puli dogs are a herding breed with unique coats. Photo: iStock.com/allinvisuality 1. Key Characteristics of the Puli AKC Group: Herding Height: 14–18 inches Weight: Males weigh 25–35 pounds; females weigh 20–30 pounds Life Expectancy: 12–16 years The Puli (plural: pulik) is a compact, agile dog able to perform work in almost any area and climate;

This pretzel recipe for dogs allows optional toppings of either cheddar cheese or carob (dog-friendly chocolate). Photos: Allison Gray/Petful One great aspect of cooking your own dog treats is the flexibility and control you have with the recipe. Dogs, just like people, can have allergies and diet restrictions. Fortunately, most recipes can be altered in

Large breeds like German Shepherds are especially susceptible to hip dysplasia. Photo: Katrina_S Did you know that hip dysplasia in dogs is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems they experience? But this fact is pretty much the only straightforward thing about hip dysplasia in dogs — there are no rules. For example, some dogs have

Deputy Nick Carmack and K-9 Shep of the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. Photo: A&E Network The police K-9 is an integral part of any police department. Not only do these working dogs provide services such as search and rescue, suspect apprehension and narcotics detection, but they also serve as a bridge to the

This Thogersen Family Farm recall involves packages of pet food that were already sold/consumed or were never sold, according to the company. Photo: Facebook Maker: Thogersen Family Farm (Stanwood, Washington)Cause: Potential for listeria contaminationAnnouncement: FDA announcement dated April 4, 2019 (archived here)What was recalled: 2-pound packages of the following raw frozen pet food, with no lot numbers, batch

Boston Terriers are known as “the American Gentleman,” according to the American Kennel Club. Photo: iStock.com/Helioscribe 1. Key Characteristics of Boston Terriers AKC Group: Non-Working Height: 15–17 inches Weight: 15–25 pounds Life Expectancy: Over 15 years Boston Terriers (a.k.a. Bostons) are small, muscular dogs with short, square appearances. The head is square and flat with

Three lots of Darwin’s Natural Selections dog food were recalled, but the company did not issue a public announcement, according to the FDA. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 26, 2019, issued a letter cautioning consumers not to feed 3 specific lots of Natural Selections dog food made by Arrow Reliance Inc., doing

Dog pimples usually appear on the muzzle and lips. Photo: Phatthanun.R Can dogs get zits? Yes, they sure can. (And cats can get zits, too.) Dog pimples, zits, acne, plukes, spots … call them what you like, but pimples are definitely a canine thing. Much like human acne affects teenagers, dog acne tends to affect

One reason you might want to learn how to teach the “out” command is that it can help a new puppy and your older dog get along. Photo: Pixabay The “out” command, also called the “away” command, lets your dog know that they should leave the area they are in. Although this command isn’t widely