Every pet parent loves to see their dog run in grass. However, there are some wild grasses that dogs should stay away from. Foxtails are grasses with seed awns that are extremely dangerous to dogs. That’s because the awns on foxtails are barbed, razor-sharp needles, designed to burrow into the ground with the seed. However,…
Illnesses involving the ear represent one of the most common reasons that guardians take their dogs to veterinarians. Accordingly, cleaning your dog’s ears regularly is a key part in keeping your dog healthy. Canine ears that are well-looked after are clean, odor-free, pale pink in color and minimal accumulation of wax. By checking your dog’s…
One of the most popular treats for dogs is peanut butter! Not only is the nutty spread included in many dog treat recipes, it is oftentimes licked straight off the spoon. However, pet parents are being cautioned to be vigilant when purchasing jars of peanut butter because of a dangerous ingredient being included in several…
Could the microbes in a dog’s gut have a positive probiotic effect on the human body? A team of researchers at the University of Arizona is setting out to determine whether dog saliva can be good for human health. Everyone who has a dog knows the positive effect they can have on your mood and…
by Becca Chestnut at Burlington Dog Works
Dogs exposed to lawn and garden chemicals appear to have a higher chance of developing bladder cancer according to a new study. Certain breeds were also identified as having a higher risk because of the high genetic propensity for bladder cancer. Discovery News reports that a scientific paper included in the July 2013 issue of…
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