Dogs Profile

08/11/2022

If your dog forgets the route on your daily walk or if he’s not enjoying the things he once did, like chasing after his favorite toy or greeting you at the door, he could be suffering from canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), or the doggy version of Alzheimer’s.

Do you have a senior dog who is acting different than normal? Here are seven signs to look out for that could mean your dog has canine dementia.

07/11/2022

Watson's foster raves that he is such a delight! This dapper basset mix has a youthful outlook on life, flashing his signature smile wherever he goes. Watson gets along wonderfully with multiple dogs but finds felines a little pesky. Being a true gentleman, he doesn't even mind getting a pedicure. We're pretty sure this tap dancer holds the record for the fastest tail wags ever when he sees a leash. 😍 Watson busts out with classic Fred Astaire moves! Tippy, tippy, tap, tap! 🐾

Subscribing to the adage that all you need is "a snack, a snuggle, and a walkie," Watson's the perfect one to share your couch with... and just about everything else! This 34-pound lump of brown sugar is vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Watson will steal your heart when he moves in!

Watson is in the care of our friends at Two by Two Animal Rescue outside of Birmingham, Alabama, but his new family can be from anywhere. His estimated birthdate is 4/1/2014, and with your help, we hope his estimated adoption date is any day now! 🏠💕

If you’re looking to adopt closer to home, please check with your local organizations for other adoptable senior sweethearts like Watson who are still waiting for their second chance. It's , and love is as close as your nearest shelter! 🥰

07/11/2022

07/11/2022

How people parent can significantly influence a child’s development; the same is true with dogs. Dog parenting styles run the gamut from permissive to authoritarian, not all of which produce positive results.

According to a new study, dogs respond best to authortative dog parenting, rather than authoritarian or passive pet parenting styles.

06/11/2022

Dogs have four pairs of salivary glands located within the jaw or neck region. These glands create saliva that is excreted into your dog’s mouth. Similar to other types of glands, cancer can form in the salivary glands.

Dr. Kasey Stopp explains salivary gland adenocarcinoma in dogs, including symptoms as well as how the condition is diagnosed and treated.

03/11/2022

Keeping hydrated is important for all of us — our dogs, too. How much water our dogs are drinking can actually tell us a lot about their general health. Excessive thirst in dogs can result from something as simple as recent exercise to a more complex underlying medical condition.

Excessive thirst in dogs can mean several things from recent exercise to an underlying health condition. Know when it’s time to go to the vet.

31/10/2022

Our canine companions are created to vomit, most likely because many of them will consume practically everything they come across. When dogs vomit, they can effectively "alter their minds" about eating something potentially deadly.

Did you know that regurgitation is different from vomiting? Dr. Jennifer Coates explains why this is important to know and what to do when your dog regurgitates.

30/10/2022

Looking for a fun, safe and affordable activity you can do with your pup just about anywhere? Welcome to the world of dog parkour, a low-impact sport associated with a number of benefits for dogs, including confidence-building, increased focus and physical fitness.

Although parkour dog training is designed to be safe and appropriate for dogs of all physical abilities, check with your veterinarian to make sure it’s a good fit for your best pal. Then get outdoors and have the time of your lives!

Parkour can be a fun bonding activity for you and your dog. Learn how to turn your average walk into a parkour dog agility adventure.

30/10/2022

Can dogs have asthma? While asthma in dogs is considerably less prevalent than in cats, dogs can suffer from it in the same manner that humans do.

Asthma in dogs is an allergic condition. An allergic reaction induces airway inflammation, which causes constriction and spasming of the tiny airways in the lungs, resulting in asthma attacks in dogs.

Asthma in dogs is most commonly encountered in middle-aged dogs and certain young pups. Small dogs are more likely than giant dogs to suffer asthma.

Can dogs have asthma? Find out the signs and symptoms of asthma in dogs and how you can help a dog with asthma.

30/10/2022

8 Safety Considerations for Halloween Pet Costumes

Halloween costumes for pets can be fun and cute, but can pose severe health injuries if the wrong fit or type of costume is worn. Learn how to keep your pets safe this Halloween season.

29/10/2022

It's a double adoption story! Milo AND Lucky got, well, lucky! They're ADOPTED!!

Milo was featured on SSD earlier this month. And when his adopter Jennifer showed up to meet him and bring him home, she also fell in love with senior boy Lucky! These two gents moved to Vermont and it's a wonderful life!

Jennifer shares, "The adoption story of Milo (11) and Lucky (9) would need to start with my Romeo. He was the greatest dog. And he died two months ago. I adopted Romeo in 2012. And for the next 10 years he was my guy. I miss him dearly. I will always miss him.

When Milo was profiled on SSD, he kind of reminded me of Romeo. Not going to lie, I was looking for a dog with similar characteristics. So, my husband, Chris, and I sent in our application to PupStarz Rescue.

After a virtual home tour, reference and vet checks, and some logistical planning, last Friday morning at 6AM I boarded a flight to Newark to go meet Milo and hopefully bring him home. After a flight, a car rental, and a half hour drive I arrived at the home of Milo’s amazing foster-mom, Lisa. She is one of those people who dedicates her life to senior animals and ones with special needs. She had let me know that Milo might be standoffish at first. So, I went into her home and plunked myself down on the floor to get to know Milo. She was not wrong. Milo could not have been less interested in me. He is a dog who loves his toys, and they get his undivided attention. Another one of her foster dogs, Lucky, took it upon himself to climb into my lap. Soon, in his non-verbal way he had told me that I was not only going home with Milo, but that Lucky would also be joining our family.

At one point during the visit, Milo did wander over to me and gave me a look as if to say 'ok, I guess you can adopt me.' Long story short, I adopted Milo and Lucky that morning. We packed into the rental car and made the 6-hour drive back to our home in Vermont.

My husband and I spent the next week slowly introducing Milo and Lucky to our two other dogs, Stella, and Grady. And now, exactly seven days later, all the dogs are finally living in the same space. Milo and Lucky seem genuinely happy to be here. They are sweet old men.

Every day I wander out to the garden where we buried Romeo. I have put a bird feeder there and planted some rose bushes. I place a leaf, or a small gourd, or a flower on the stone we put there for him. And then I wander back to the house where the dogs are often playing in the yard, now together. Through love and loss, new things can come into our lives. Milo and Lucky are that for us."

Milo's original post: https://bit.ly/3fjl8SG

29/10/2022

"We have fostered a lot and have had our share of foster fails and I love the seniors and weirdos. About a year ago the director of the rescue I foster for (Companion Pet Rescue & Transport of W. Tn., Inc.) asked me if I wanted to see an email about an old lady beagle someone wanted to surrender and of course I did. I don’t think there is anything in the world better than a little old beagle. A family acquired her from their elderly parents and had been trying to find a rescue to take her because they didn’t have time for her. They mentioned she had 'occasional accidents' in the house, so I assumed she had been urinating all over the place.

After some arranging, Eliza, an 11-year-old beagle, was coming to rescue with CPR, and we were going to foster her. As soon as I saw her I knew she was meant for us. And by us, I mean me, but my partner also absolutely adores her now. She had lots of old lady lumps and was slightly oddly shaped but seeing her for the first time felt like Christmas morning times a hundred. I decided to adopt her immediately. The day after I picked her up I was taking the other love of my life, a very curmudgeonly old diva Pyr named Mae (Mae was also a foster failure and she benefited from a Susie's medical grant to CPR a few years ago) to the vet, so I took Eliza along for an exam. We found she had a severe heart murmur and arthritis that required daily medications, but the most astounding thing to me was that Eliza piled right on Mae and Mae did not seem inclined to s***k her for being so forward. It was like they were old friends.

Eliza is a complete tyrant. At night she barks incessantly because she wants treats, she has the bladder capacity of a squirrel so she has to go potty a lot and if you don’t take her immediately she absolutely will p*e on the floor without a second thought. She will eat anything she finds in the yard but she will not knowingly take medication, so we are constantly coming up with inventive ways to sneak her meds into food items, and she has to be carried up and down the stairs. She snores so loud it is actually ridiculous. I would, of course, not change a single thing about her and every day we have with her is a gift. When we are ready to add to our household again, it will absolutely be a senior dog.

-Jenni"

29/10/2022

What are Slow Feeder Dog Bowls and How to Use Them?
Slow feeder bowls for dogs are food dishes with raised shapes and ridges inside the bowl that the dog must eat around to get to his food. This slows down how fast the dog eats.

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Dogs eating too fast can be a health hazard. Dogster has the latest on different types of slow feeder dog bowls and how they can make your dog eat slower.

28/10/2022

Does your dog or puppy itch, scratch, chew, or lick themselves excessively? These are all signs that your dog may have allergies. Allergies are common in dogs—in fact, they are one of the top reasons for veterinary appointments. Dog allergy symptoms more commonly affect the skin and ears.

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Does your dog have allergies? Find out what dog allergy signs to look for, the most common causes of dog allergies, and the most effective allergy treatment for dogs.

27/10/2022

How To Train a Bernedoodle

Bernedoodles are highly trainable with positive reinforcement starting from an early age. Our experts list the basic training cues to teach your Bernedoodle.

26/10/2022

You’ve probably heard of Día de Los Mu***os or Day of the Dead. What you may not know about is the ancient Mesoamerican dog breed imperative to its history.
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According to the Aztec and Maya culture, the Xoloitzcuintli plays an important role in the Day of the Dead, which takes place from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.

26/10/2022

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25/10/2022

5 Costumes That Will Make Your Dog the Coolest at the Halloween Party

From full head-to-paw outfits to tiny accessories, check out a selection of five of the coolest dog Halloween costumes to try this year below.

30/01/2022

Learn everything about Border Collie Dog Dog, including health and care information. All from the real vets at PetMD.

30/01/2022

Getting our dogs’ attention is truly a foundation skill. It’s a signal for your dog to look toward you and to be mindful of what will follow. This can be a verbal signal, such as their name, or an audible signal like a “kissy” noise.
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