What a spectacular combination of breeds! A Golden Retriever and a Labrador! Fun, energetic, smart, strong and loyal, just to name a few highlights to this mix breed. A Goldador makes an excellent family member, but also, an amazing therapy dog. They possess all the best qualities of their parent breeds, along with a reduced…

 While breeding purebred dogs has been the focus of our lives, we also love ALL dogs and animals, and in fact, Jonathan and Donna are very involved with dog legislation in their state, even being involved at the Capitol, talking with lawmakers and advising committee members and lawmakers. Along the way we have found some…

How to induce vomiting in dogs to avoid surgery  Few dog parents can claim their canine companion hasn’t eaten something they shouldn’t have at least once in their life. In my practice, I saw many dogs that had eaten the strangest things, including a fine china plate, ten golf balls, and a corn cob. So…

If you love the traditional Italian pizzelle cookies, you’ll be surprised how easy to make these for your dog and you can actually eat them too. These cookies are fun to make during the holiday season and winter months because of the snowflake-like cookie design. Why Your Dog Will Love This Italian Pizzelle Dog Treat…

This is a still from a sound exposure I am long overdue to write about this. I successfully desensitized and counterconditioned my clinically sound phobic dog, Zani, to electronic beeps. Here are some concepts and practices that could be helpful to others who are working with such dogs. It’s Not Always about Volume If I…

Jessica, a high-energy Californian, came across a video of a shelter dog on social media. The poor pup was trapped in a shelter kennel, spinning in circles for four years! For some reason, she just couldn’t get the dog out of her mind, and she knew she had to help him. She realized the dog…

Thinking about adopting a Chorkie? These small, sweet pups will make a great addition to many types of families. Because of their small size, they are totally happy in a small living space like an apartment or RV! As long as they have some outdoor space for walks, they are happy campers! They are energetic and…

I’ve been hesitant to write this article as so many people have and love their doodles, but I get asked a lot what the difference is. In order to discover this, I had to ask the EXPERTS (not the backyard breeder or puppy mill just making a buck and not at all concerned with genetics)…

About the author Dr. Peter Dobias, DVM is an Integrative veterinarian, nutritionist and creator of natural supplements for dogs and people. Helping you and your dog prevent disease, treat nutritional deficiencies, and enjoy happier, healthier, and longer lives together. Source link

Daily dog walks are a vital aspect of being a dog owner, and it’s a routine I cherish with my golden retrievers. From morning strolls to mid-afternoon adventures to serene evenings, each walk is a special time for us. Capturing these moments is joyful, so I’ve gathered and am sharing some dog walking captions to…

I’m teaching Lewis to get used to body handling in the “paws up” position I remember how magical it was, the first time I saw someone’s dog come running and happily thrust their head into their harness, then stand still for the buckling up. I was astonished that a dog could learn to do that….