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I would not buy a teacup Bichon Frise, and I would be very cautious about anyone selling a “mini” Bichon Frise. My practical answer is this: if by mini the breeder simply…
Read the guide: Should I buy a teacup Bichon Frise or a mini Bichon Frise?
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When people ask, “How can I fatten up my dog?”, my first answer is usually: don’t start by just pouring on more calories. If your dog is suddenly thin, eating but losing…
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I wouldn’t treat eggs as a magic food for weight gain, but yes, they can make a dog gain weight if you add them on top of their usual meals often enough.…
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I learned the hard way that “senior” is not just a label on a dog food bag. After losing my golden, Cooper, at 9, I became the kind of owner who reads…
Read the guide: At what age should a dog be put on senior food?
I have a soft spot for dogs who suddenly decide yesterday’s perfectly good dinner is now beneath them. After losing my golden Cooper at 9, I learned to take appetite changes seriously…
Read the guide: What can I do to satisfy my picky eater?
I don’t think most dog owners need one more scary headline about pet food. What we need is a clear answer we can actually use. After digging through FDA, CDC, Merck Veterinary…
Read the guide: What’s the #1 cause of food-related illness in seniors?
I’m careful about food changes because I’ve seen how fast a “healthy upgrade” can turn into vomiting, diarrhea, refusal to eat, or a dog who suddenly seems miserable. If you’re wondering how…
Read the guide: How to switch to a senior food without making your dog sick
I learned the hard way that an older dog’s stomach can change before the rest of them seems “old.” When my golden Cooper started having more gurgly nights, softer stools, and less…
Read the guide: What ingredients support digestive health in senior dogs?
I learned the hard way that nighttime changes in an older dog are easy to dismiss until they become a pattern. When a senior dog starts panting at night, the most common…
Read the guide: Why Do Old Dogs Pant At Night