How I Rescued A Greek Stray Dog: Hela’s Story
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Maja! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my two crossbreed dogs, Lava and Hela. When I went to the island of Kefalonia in Greece in 2022 to do a TNR (Trap Neuter Release) programme, little did I know that I would be coming home with another dog. Having had one dog at the time, and that’s Lava who is a handful, to say the least, I had no plans of getting another dog. But it seems...
Why Is My Dog Throwing Up Worms: 3 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & What to Do
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead It can be distressing to see your dog throw up, at the best of times. But, if you also see worms in the vomit, it is even more concerning. Worms are not uncommon in dogs, with common types including roundworms, tapeworms, and hookworms. Regardless of the type of worm in the dog’s gut, signs of infestation can be fairly similar. Signs include vomiting and diarrhea as well as an inflated...
My Dog Diarrhea Story Beats Yours
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Before there was Kodah, Ned & Fred, there was Remus, the Irish Wolfhound. And what Remus lacked in brains, he made up for in sweetness and size. He was a dopey, lolloping giant who never seemed to understand why he couldn’t sit on our laps, or why everyone was always yelling...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (October 25, 2024)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Koda Breed: Poodle Terrier Mix Fun Fact: Koda is a rescue dog with the most fabulous ears that give him the nickname of Koda the Canine Yoda. His parents’ goal in life is to give him as many unique experiences as they can. This photo was taken after Koda created his own artwork on canvas thanks to his love for peanut butter! They never knew that Koda was this talented! Silliest Name: Harley Breed: Mixed Lab Fun Fact: 3yr old Lab/Great Pyrenees mix, tons of energy, and loves to lay on...
Adopting Gizmo: My Scruffy Little Maniac
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Kate & Gizmo, her scruffy Pug mix. Hey Dogsters! I adopted my first dog, a scrappy Pug/American Eskimo/Poodle/etc. mix, two years ago, and he’s brought so much joy (and terror – those puppy teeth are sharp!) into my life every day since. I grew up with cats and dogs, and I’ve always wanted to have one of my own. But it took me a while to decide that I was ready to provide a pup with the kind of life...
3D Tech Gives Dogs a New Leash on Life – The Story of Oslo & WIMBA
Click to Skip Ahead Meet Oslo, a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd, who loved nothing more than adventuring through the mountains of Haute-Savoie and the Alps with his owner. Unfortunately, his adventure-seeking lifestyle was halted when he suffered a serious injury, partially rupturing the tendons in his right front paw. Even after surgery, Oslo was left with carpal joint hyperextension, severely limiting his mobility. Oslo’s owner was determined to find him support, and that’s where he found WIMBA. The company specializes in custom...
My Dog Ate A Scrunchie: Our Vet Discusses Potential Risks, Signs & Next Steps
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead This unassuming little hair accessory, created by the late Rommy Hunt Revson,1 was an essential item in the 1980s, the subject of ridicule in the early noughties, and is back with a vengeance in the 2020s. Just as it was in the time of The Goonies, Footloose, and Ferris Bueller, you would be hard-pressed today to find a bedroom, bag, or bathroom without at least one of these handy little hair ties....
Can Dogs Get Psoriasis? Our Vet Explains
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Psoriasis affects more than 3% of adults in the United States, most commonly causing inflamed, red, and scaly patches of skin. If you or someone you know suffers from this skin condition, you may wonder if it is something that can affect your dog as well. So, can dogs get psoriasis? While dogs suffer from a variety of skin issues that can cause similar signs, psoriasis is not currently a recognized...
Can Asthma Puffers Be Deadly for Dogs? Our Vet Explains
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Did you know that not only can dogs suffer from asthma, but they can also be prescribed asthma puffers to manage their condition? After all, it’s not every day that you’ll see a dog taking a deep pull on their inhaler at the end of a run or at the peak of allergy season. And, while an asthma puffer may be a life-saving treatment for dogs with this challenging respiratory condition, it...
Happy Tail Syndrome in Dogs: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Treatments & Prevention
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Don’t let the name deceive you – Happy Tail Syndrome is not a particularly happy situation. In fact, it can be extremely messy, challenging to treat, and expensive to resolve. One of the main problems in treating this is that it’s not usually a particularly painful condition, so the human is usually having to convince their dog of the problem. So, what is it? What Is Happy Tail...
