When all of the other dogs are howling as a motorcycle zooms by, or chasing a vacuum around the house, your adopted deaf pup will be calm on the couch, without a care in the world. That’s just a couple of benefits Deaf Dogs Rock touts on its blog, deafdogsrock.com – which won the […]
Happy #WorldAutismAwarenessDay – Why Pets Benefit Autistic Children!
Today is World Autism Awareness Day, so it’s time to scruff up the support! Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. Although a cure hasn’t been […]
Top 10 Dog Breeds That Don’t Shed
Are you tired of cleaning up mounds of fur off your couch, floor, pillows, clothes, and basically everything? Are you allergic to dander, but still want a dog to call your own? All hope is not lost. There are “hypoallergenic” dog breeds available for adoption. No dog is 100% hypoallergenic, but there are breeds that […]
#WorldAutismDay – Service Dogs: The Amazing New Development for Children with Autism
As the fastest-growing developmental disability with about one in one-hundred-and-fifty births affected, autism has thrust itself into the limelight as one of today’s most prevalent children’s health issues. Now, families and friends of autistic children are fighting more than ever to learn about this puzzling brain development disorder and what they can do to help. […]
Hollywood Is Doing It… Is Plastic Surgery Really Necessary For Pets?
When Gregg Miller of Independence, Missouri decided to get his beloved bloodhound Buck neutered, he was shocked to hear that his pet’s testicles would be gone forever after the operation. Miller turned to his local veterinarian for help, hoping there was some way to retain his dog’s natural physique. Since his vet could do […]
Senior Pets – Caring For Your Arthritic Dog
Just as in humans, arthritis can be a source of chronic pain even in dogs. One in every five adult dogs is found to have arthritis. The sad part is, your canine friend cannot express their misery to you like any normal person can. This is why it is important that you stay observant about […]