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Tweet All pets can get hypothermia in cold weather but short haired, young/old, skinny and diabetic dogs are more susceptible. Look for the following signs if you think your dog might be suffering. Sluggishness Shallow, slow breathing Unresponsiveness Excessive whining & shivering Anxiousness Dilated blood vessels Low body temperature Drop in pulse Drop in blood [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker We all need exercise to stay healthy, no matter what the weather forecast says, especially dogs! Here’s some indoor games you can play to get your pooch off the couch, get moving, and to keep him from being bored on dreary days. Hide and seek with favorite toys [...]
Tweet The holidays are a fun and hectic time for all of us, including the family pet, and . Here are some tips to make your trip safe and worry free. Get their ya-ya’s out before you get in the car! A tired dog is a happy dog. Take them for a walk or to [...]
Tweet Many years before dog-shaming.com took off people have shaming their dogs in Halloween costumes. I know… I know… but your dog likes it. Let’s face it, no one wants to be forcefully dressed up in clothes they didn’t pick out. Now, we’re not judging because we’ve put the fair share of costumes our dogs [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker Whether you’re a family with a few dogs already, experiencing empty nest syndrome, or simply looking for something meaningful to do, fostering a dog can be a source of great joy in your life. There are many reasons why you should consider being a dog foster family that [...]
Tweet Summer is here and and the dog parks are full. A lot of times when we go we get caught up in the moment watching all the other cute dogs and talking to their people. Remember these dog park etiquette/rules to make your visit better. Obey the rules. Always obey the regulations posted at [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Michael McCamish You don’t have to adopt/foster all the animals, have a lot of money or be a petexpert to help your local animal shelter out, there are pleanty of other ways. Below is a list of things that you can do at almost any shelter that we can guarantee [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker With 78.2 million dogs in this country (according to the 2011-2012 National Pet Owners Survey), that’s a lot of dog poop (about 10 million tons!). Waste removal is a part of every dog owner’s life, both on the go and at home, and probably not a subject that [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker Well, it’s no surprise that running a dog rescue is an enormous task. It makes sense that rescues can always use volunteer help with cleaning, feeding, bathing, walking, and caring for the dogs who reside there. But there are also unlimited possibilities for alternative volunteer support that you [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker With all the media attention on “regularity” and yogurt companies claiming to help you in the regulation process, it’s no surprise that our pooches have similar digestive issues, especially as they age. It used to be that a full belly was a happy belly, but as we get [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker Have you ever been told, “You look sad?” Well, it’s not just your friends who can see it on your face, your pooch knows too! We’ve all felt that our dogs can sense what kind of mood we are in, but now one of the ways in which [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker With the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Olympics this evening, it’s fantastic to see London’s rescue dogs involved in the official events. On day 66, out of a 69-day journey originating at the southern tip of England, the torch traveled from Lewisham to Wandsworth, and along that way [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker Keeping your dog’s ears free from moisture and bacteria is an important step in your regular grooming schedule. During hot summer months, and swimming season, you might be checking and cleaning your dog’s ears weekly or even daily. Think of your dog’s ears as a hot and moist [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker It’s estimated that nearly one in three dogs will be affected by cancer, and of those affected, nearly half will die. Because of these alarming rates, it’s important to know what kinds of foods may support your dog’s health and even reduce their risk. Many of the great [...]
Tweet A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker This is the time of year when summer weeds can cause serious distress for your dogs. If you’re like me, you may hear all the the medical harm that foxtails can cause, but don’t really know what they are. The fact it, they can be extremely dangerous to [...]
