Category Pets

Tips for Use and Top Brands – Dogster

It’s trendy to add bright colors to your hair. So why not let your pooch ride this beauty wave, too, with pet-safe dye? You can color-match with your dog for special occasions, seasonal fun and sporting events. Can I use…

Why Do Dogs Like Belly Rubs? – Dogster

While not all dogs like belly rubs, many do, says dog behavior expert and VCA Animal Hospitals Licensed Veterinary Technician Laura Pobursky. “It’s for the same reason humans love a big hug,” she says. “Belly rubs release ‘feel-good’ chemicals in…

Training Tips and Breed Information – Dogster

The Australian Cattle Dog is a busy, strong-minded herding dog, who needs daily physical and mental exercise. As his name implies, this dog breed was developed in Australia to move cattle long distances and he maintains that rugged work ethic…

Can Dogs Eat Tuna? – Dogster

Fish, itself, is not dangerous for your dog to consume. However, industrial pollution and toxins accumulate in fish, which makes them unsafe to eat. Large fish, such as tuna, can build up high levels of mercury over the course of…

Symptoms and Prognosis – Dogster

Changes in your dog’s stool or frequent scooting may seem minor, but can be signs of a more serious problem. Around 16.5% of all malignant rectal tumors in dogs are anal gland cancer. Although no pet parent wants to consider…

What Can Trigger a Seizure in a Dog? – Dogster

Watching your dog have a seizure is terrifying, so knowing what type of seizure he is having and what triggers it helps you act fast. Here are the three main categories of dog seizures and what causes each: Triggers for…

Can Dogs Eat Raw Meat? – Dogster

Generally speaking, most raw or gently cooked meat is safe for dogs, with the exception of some fish and pork. Dogs have highly acidic stomachs and natural digestive enzymes and bile that help them process bacteria without becoming ill. Your…

3 Common Dog Seizures and Causes – Dogster

W atching your dog have a seizure is terrifying, so educating yourself on what type of seizure he is having helps you remain calm and act fast. Here are the three main categories of dog seizures and what causes each:…