Dogs can’t tell us how they’re feeling. And for that reason, many people aren’t aware how often pain and physical discomfort can influence their dog’s behavior. 

When we think about canine health and wellness, three key issues immediately come to mind: (1) a dog’s physical health, (2) a dog’s longevity, and (3) a dog’s mental health.

“What are some important things that dogs need every day?” I opened my volunteer training session at Berkeley Animal Control with this simple question, and hands shot up around the room.

Also known as an Elizabethan collar or Cone of Shame, this simple plastic protector is the cheapest insurance there is to promote a faster recovery after surgery or any other wound to your pet.

Canine fitness is about more than just physical conditioning. It's an essential part of a dog’s overall health and well-being.

When we connect with dogs or other animals from the heart, we sense and appreciate the quality of their characters, not just the actions we can dictate.

Ensuring that puppies grow up to be good-natured and well-mannered canine companions depends entirely on early socialization, handling, environmental enrichment, and basic training.

Mobility devices can help keep a dog going in more ways than one.

Canine osteoarthritis (OA) is no fun. It’s a degenerative joint disease that ultimately leads to functional decline of the joint, resulting in lameness and chronic pain for the dog.

Why should I vaccinate my pup? We’ll give you five good reasons, but really, the first two alone should be enough for anyone who cares about their pet.

Many dog owners may have heard the term hip dysplasia in passing. But anyone with a dog should become familiar with this painful hereditary condition.

There’s a lot of controversy, confusion, and even conflicting evidence about when it’s best to spay or neuter your dog.