Zoey's Doxies

What kind of parasites can your dog get? Where do dogs get parasites? And how do you get rid of them? Can humans contract these parasites? These are question every dog owner should know. The most common parasite would be roundworms. Roundworms are few inches in length and look like spaghetti. Owners may notice them […]

Most of us love sweet potatoes. But are they good for dogs to eat? Our dachshunds love them! They are very beneficial to all of us. They are a great source of dietary fiber. They will help with loose stools in dogs. They contain vitamin C, vitamin B6, and manganese. They are low in fat

Our dachshunds can recognize tears when we cry. They do show empathy while still curious as to why we’re crying. They provide a sense of comfort to us during times of trial. I feel they know that our kisses are our way of showing affection. They show us signs of affection by licking us. By

Why Microchip your pet? Hundreds of pets go missing every year. There are several reasons to microchip your beloved pet. First and foremost, it saves your pet from being thought of as a stray. The first thing all shelters, pounds, and veterinary offices do with an unknown animal is scanned with a universal scanner it

Everyone loves a friendly dog but how do puppies become friendly dogs. Socializing them at an early age is a must. A good breeder will expose the puppies to all kinds of sounds, sights, and smells while with their mother. The best time for a puppy to become social is from age 3 weeks to

Separation Anxiety is one of the most difficulty issues to try to manage or correct. There is separation anxiety which the pet will have actual panic attacks and could even hurt himself and separation distress. With distress you may note some barking, pooping even though they are house trained, or shredding of your belongings. The

How cold is too cold for your pet. They say anything below 45 degrees F is too cold for long exposer. You should remain with your pet while outside to make sure they are brought back in timely. Puppies and older dogs are unable to regulate their body temperature and can get hypothermia quick. You

Just wanted to remind everyone that during the holiday season safety is a must. Not only are there more people coming in and out of the house but foods and decorations that are new. Please be aware where your dog is when the door is opened and closed. This would be devastating if the dog

Dogs love treats and toys! But what treat or toy is best? When picking a treat or toy for your puppy, it needs to be the appropriate size for the dog. You don’t want one that is too small that the dog could choke on while chewing it, but you don’t want too big that

When choosing a food for your pet it can become overwhelming. There are so many choices with and without grains. With the question being are grains good for dogs. Yes! Grains are good. Some better than others but grains are beneficial. The health of the dog starts and finishes with nutrition. Just like humans our