Published on March 28, 2022 in Health

What you need to know about vaccinations

In order to do right by your dog, you need to educate yourself about whether and when they should be vaccinated.

Published on March 7, 2022 in Pet loss and Health

Rising above the pain of the past

If you’ve ever lost a dog to cancer or a prolonged illness, it can be very traumatic when you find yourself at the vet again with another dog.

Published on February 21, 2022 in Health

Know the basics

Make sure you know the basics about your dog to support their health.

Published on December 6, 2021 in Health and Communication

You, your dog, and your vet – a triangle of trust

The relationships between you and your vet, your dog and your vet, and your dog and you are some of the most important relationships in your dog’s life.

Published on November 22, 2021 in Health and Communication

A tale of tails

A dog’s tail has many purposes and transmits a lot of information to other dogs and people. So “bone” up on your tail knowledge!

Published on November 8, 2021 in Health

How do you make medical decisions for your dog?

Faced with several options, how do you make the decision that is right for your dog? Here are some things that I consider when having to make medical decisions.

Published on October 25, 2021 in Health

My dog was just diagnosed with cancer. What do I do now?

The awful news confronts us with their mortality, and sometimes our own. But once you are empowered with a diagnosis, you can help your dog feel better.

Published on October 18, 2021 in Communication, Life and love, Health and Pet loss

When your dog is grieving, what can you do?

Of course dogs grieve the loss of other dogs. But they do it as individuals, just like we do. You can’t judge how a dog chooses to grieve.

Published on September 27, 2021 in Health

What is reiki and how could it help me or my dog?

Many of you may have heard of reiki, but are not quite sure what it is. I have been offering reiki energy to animals and people for over 15 years.

Published on August 30, 2021 in Health

Addison’s disease

If you are a dog lover who has come across this post, please take a moment to read it! It could save your dog’s life, or the life of another dog that you know.

Published on July 26, 2021 in Health and Senior dog

What is the best way for my older dog to exercise?

Dogs, just like people, lose endurance, muscle mass, and develop arthritis in their joints. The difference is that they won’t be able to tell you directly.

Published on July 19, 2021 in Health, Senior dog and Orthopedic issues

What can I do to help my old dog with mobility problems?

It is hard to see our dogs start to age. Seeing them struggle on stairs can be heartbreaking. But you can do many things to improve their quality of life.