We all look forward to the freedom of great outdoors this summer with promises of picnics and barbeques, camping trips, etc. But it’s also important to make our pets’ safety a priority. After all, the only means by which dogs regulate their body temperature during the hot days is by panting through their mouth and sweating through their paws. ...

Some pets show signs of stress in subtle or very obvious ways. Here are a few signs in dogs, prompting anxiety issues: Excessive yawning Panting excessively when at rest Whimpering or crying Destroying furniture, curtains, etc Aggressive behavior Excessive licking Avoiding eye contact/averting the eyes Raised hair on the back of the neck Flatt...

Joint problem is a familiar problem in aging dogs. Just like us, the wear and tear of a lifetime of use can injure and can cause tension in the joints. This can develop into arthritis. Big dogs are more prone to developing arthritis because of greater weight that places more stress on the joints, but any dog can be at risk. Typical signs are un...