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How you can learn to recognize your dog’s seasonal affective disorder and help him to cheer up

November 27, 2012November 27, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

For most people in the Northern Hemisphere, seasonal depression is nothing new. Most of us, when the days keep getting shorter, darker and fall whiff of melancholy is hanging in the air, our tail-wagging pooches help us to lighten the mood. But did you know that even the brightest and friendliest pooches are likely to become a little down as winter approaches? Vet experts now believe that not only do dogs suffer from what is called Seasonal Affective Disorder in people, but they also echo humans in turning to comfort food to…

Why your dog gets more bored with some toys than others

November 15, 2012November 16, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

You give your dog a new toy only to find he/she neglects it after seconds of play? You may be able to avoid this from happening in the future as a recently released study is shedding light into which toys will either interest or bore your dog. The study, published in the journal Animal Cognition reveals why some dogs lose interest in a toy just after a minutes play while other toys become their favorites. John Bardshaw, co-author of the study and a researcher of University of Bristol’s Veterinary School says that because we think…

Effortless fun way to get back your dog’s sparkling white teeth!

November 15, 2012November 16, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

My dogs Misha and Nadya are at that age where their teeth are starting acquiring plaque and it is getting harder to find ways in keeping it off. I tried everything, natural gels, teeth brushing, everything. Nothing worked until recently when I by accident discovered a trick that did the job : raw bones! You may buy them at any pet store and they usually come in a pack of six at $4.95. Not only will your dogs love them, it gives them something to “work on”, play with and adds calcium…

Why devocalization of your dog is a bad idea

November 14, 2012November 16, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

Neighbors keep knocking on your door about your dog’s nonstop barking. You reach out to your vet and he suggests devocalization as an option. He explains what the procedure means and you are convinced this is the best solution for you and your dog. What you may want to know is that this procedures is not without consequences. Many dogs have breathing as well as gagging problems after the surgery. Another warning flag, the procedure has been banned in several countries around the world as well as some parts of…