The Daily Dog

Cold Weather Activities to Keep Your Dog Healthy — Indoors and Out

by | December 31, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When temperatures drop and daylight gets shorter, it’s easy for routines to change. But dogs still need regular physical movement and mental stimulation throughout the winter months to stay healthy and balanced. With a little planning, cold weather can be a great...
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Home for the Pawlidays! Tips to keep your pets happy and safe this holiday season

by | November 29, 2025 | Health and Sanitation, Pet Activities, Pet Care | 0 Comments

The holiday season is full of gatherings, decorations, and special meals, but it can also introduce unexpected risks for our pets. With a little preparation, you can keep your dogs and cats safe while still including them in the festivities. Let's look at key areas of...
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Cold Weather is coming. Which dogs need more protection?

by | October 31, 2025 | Health and Sanitation, Pet Care | 0 Comments

When the temperature drops and the wind picks up, it’s not just us humans who feel the chill—many dogs do too. Keeping our four-legged friends warm, safe, and comfortable is just as important as making sure they get their exercise and love. Let's explore why some...
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Halloween Fun! Top 10 Pet Costumes for 2025

by | September 30, 2025 | Pet Activities | 0 Comments

Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year  — it’s the one night (who are we kidding, a few nights) where our furry friends get to shine, strut their stuff, and get in on the fun. But choosing a costume that’s cute and comfortable can be tricky. To help, here...
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Fall Hiking with Your Pup: Top Tips to Keep Your Dog Tick-Free

by | August 31, 2025 | Health and Sanitation, Pet Activities, Pet Care | 0 Comments

There’s nothing quite like hitting the trails in the crisp fall air with your furry hiking buddy by your side. As the leaves crunch underfoot and the trees explode in color, it’s easy to forget that fall is also prime time for ticks. While we often associate ticks...
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Fun in the sun! How to stay comfortable and safe at the dog beach

by | July 30, 2025 | Pet Activities, Pet Care | 0 Comments

There’s nothing quite like watching your dog sprint across the sand, splash into the waves, and play with other pups under the sun. Dog beaches are a summer favorite for many pet parents—and for good reason! They offer off-leash freedom, natural exercise, and a chance...
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Top 10 Tips for Beating the Summer Heat With Your Dog

by | June 30, 2025 | Pet Activities, Pet Care | 0 Comments

When the summer sun is shining, it’s the perfect time to get outside with your pup—but that rising temperature can be tough on our four-legged friends. Unlike us, dogs don't sweat the same way we do, and overheating can quickly become dangerous. The good news? With a...
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Road Trip Ready: Tips for Keeping Your Dog Happy and Healthy on the Go

by | May 30, 2025 | Pet Activities, Pet Care | 0 Comments

Planning a road trip with your dog can be an exciting adventure—but it also takes some preparation to keep your furry travel buddy happy, healthy, and safe on the road. Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway or a cross-country journey, a few simple tips can make all the...
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Springtime Activities with Your Dog – Fun, Safety and Grooming Tips!

by | April 30, 2025 | Health and Sanitation, Pet Activities | 0 Comments

As the chill of winter fades away and the flowers begin to bloom, spring is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the fresh air with your dog. Whether it’s hiking, playing in the park, or simply taking long walks through the neighborhood, there are endless...
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Dog Park Etiquette – keep your dog happy, social and safe!

by | March 31, 2025 | Dog Training, Health and Sanitation, Pet Activities | 0 Comments

Taking your dog to the park can be an incredibly enjoyable experience for both of you. The fresh air, open spaces, and the opportunity for your dog to interact with others can bring out their best behavior, while giving you a chance to relax and enjoy the outdoors....
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Got Coprophagia?

by | Jan 14, 2017

Does your dog have the disgusting habit of eating its own waste or other dogs waste? This disgusting habit is so common, it even has a name: Coprophagia. There are several reasons dogs decide to partake in this unpleasant behavior. While it can be challenging to stop...

Hardworking Pitbulls Buck Bad Rap

by | Dec 28, 2016

The missing woman would not have survived another night if Dakota hadn't found her when she did. The elderly woman suffering from dementia had been missing for several days when the pit bull—trained to assist law enforcement agencies in search and rescue—located her...

Heart Hazard – Protecting Your Pet From Heartworm

by | Dec 14, 2016

It's a devastating, debilitating illness found in every corner of the United States. So why, despite the fact that the disease is easily preventable, are millions of dogs, cats, and other animals across the nation heartworm-positive? According to Dr. Amy Attas,...

Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) in Dogs

Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) in Dogs

by | Nov 28, 2016

The canine distemper virus (CDV) causes a highly contagious disease in dogs known as distemper. Dogs who contract distemper suffer damage to their gastrointestinal, central nervous and respiratory systems. Distemper is incurable and often fatal. Puppies between the...

Heat-Related Illnesses

by | Nov 14, 2016

Heat Stroke Caring pet owners already know how dangerous it is to leave their dogs in the car. However, leaving pets outdoors or in hot, unventilated, indoor places on hot summer days can also be extremely dangerous. What people forget is that their dogs cannot handle...

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