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As temperatures warm and we start heading outdoors with our dogs this summer, we need to be aware of one of the hidden dangers of the heat. Heatstroke is a type of hyperthermia when a dog’s body temperature rises above the normal 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Just a few degrees over normal can send your beloved pet into a tailspin and very quickly lead to heatstroke. What causes heatstroke? Many things can cause heatstroke but suffice it to say that any environment or activity that can cause your dog’s core body temperature to rise above 105 degrees Fahrenheit. This can come… Read More

Our dogs are precious and there are few things we wouldn’t do to give them the best life possible. Nutrition and diet are one of the most prolific ways in which we, as dog parents, can influence the lives of our dogs. In modern times, the eye of “what is best” for our dogs lingers on the topic of grains. For many years, due largely to very influential marketing campaigns by large dog food brands, grain-free diets have been considered ideal for our canine companions. In many ways this makes sense. As descendants of wolves, dogs’ diets primarily consist of… Read More

Dogs took over New York City as 210 different breeds and competed for top honors at the 2023 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Winston, a French Bulldog, won in 2022 and was expected to repeat his victory again this year. But it was a surprise upset by one unique hound, Buddy Holly, who would take home the coveted prize. At first glance, Buddy Holly appears to be a shaggy-haired Basset Hound mix. And while that’s not very far off, he is a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen (more easily referred to as Petits in the United States). The French breed is… Read More

If you’ve brought a new dog into your home before, you’ve likely been through the experience of getting him vaccinated. First-time vaccinations are almost always followed by boosters shortly after, but then what? Do adult dogs need regular vaccinations? Long story short, yes your dog will need a set of vaccinations each year. Regularly vaccinating your dog greatly increases his resistance to illnesses including rabies and distemper. What vaccines should my dog get each year? Veterinarians categorize the yearly vaccines necessary for all dogs as core vaccinations, and then other yearly vaccines as option or non-core. Core vaccinations address illnesses… Read More