Dog care 101: How to handle hot spots
By Heidi Clayton One of the most common skin ailments in dogs is the dreaded “hot spot.” Technically called acute moist or pyotraumatic dermatitis, hot spots can be a chronic issue for a lot of dogs and frustrating for their owners. To reduce or eliminate the...
Learn these leash-handling skills for better walks
By Heidi Clayton If you are trying to get your dog fit and want to walk them briskly for exercise but struggle with them pulling or biting on the lead, it may not be solely the dog’s fault. Most of the issues I see between dogs and humans on a lead are a result...
How to prevent and address obesity in dogs
By Heidi Clayton According to the American Kennel Club, 56 percent of all dogs in America are considered obese. Many veterinarians consider obesity to be the biggest threat to a dog’s health. Obesity can cause many of the same health issues in dogs that the...
Training dogs to do tricks, from Trick Dog competitions to combatting canine boredom
By Heidi Clayton A fun way to break up your dog or puppy’s training routine and keep their brains sharp is by training them to do tricks. The American Kennel Club has created a Trick Dog testing program in which your dog can earn “Trick Dog” titles for performing...
