We love our fur babies, and they love us back. As a pet owner, you want to do everything you can for your dog because they are such an important member of your family. Whenever they have worries, fears, or concerns, you feel them too. If you’re dealing with an anxious dog, you want to help ease their stress. Here are four ways to help your dog deal with anxiety.

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As a dog owner, it can be concerning when your furry friend refuses to eat. Not only can it be frustrating, but it can also be a sign of an underlying health issue. In this article, we'll explore the common reasons why dogs refuse to eat, what to do when your dog won't eat and provide tips and advice for managing this behavior.

Taking care of your Shih Tzu's dental health is an important part of keeping them healthy and happy. Starting a dental routine early will help prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and bad breath. Learn all the steps you need to take to keep your pup's teeth and gums in tip-top shape!

Just like people, many dogs suffer from arthritis, specifically osteoarthritis. Unbelievably, up to thirty percent of family pets have arthritis. They experience pain, swelling and stiffness the same as humans do. Some people refer to it as degenerative joint disease and it has the ability to change your dog, from very playful and energetic, to pain ridden and listless. Arthritis is the breakdown of protective cartilage, which covers and protects the bone joints. By nature, many dogs are extremely active and because of this, subject their joints to trauma. Unlike humans, when a dog injures itself, pet arthritic conditions often develop within weeks.

Dogs and puppies can pass germs, diseases and worms on to people, but it does not occur often. There are certain precautions that you can take to help prevent this from happening. First and foremost, make sure that the dog or puppy you are playing with looks healthy. Do not touch or contact an obviously sick dog. Make sure that your personal dog has regular check ups and is checked for worms by your veterinarian. Look for obvious signs of disease such as spots missing fur on your dog. Hot spots or places that your dog keeps chewing or biting at can be another sign of infection.

Canine hip dysplasia (CHD) is a genetic disease that affects the hip bones in dogs. While pretty much any dog can get it, some dogs are predisposed to this condition and it is more common in larger breed dogs due to the greater weight on the joints of the hip. some breeds at risk for this disease include Dalmatians, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Golden Retrievers and Blood Hounds.