For The Dogs
A Friend to All: Therapy Dogs 101
Dogs have lived and worked alongside humans for more than 14,000 years, protecting us, assisting us in hunting and acquiring food, and providing us with joy and companionship. Although life for the modern canine is significantly more comfortable than it was for their ancestors, having a “job” to do can still be a major benefit…
Read MoreA Vicious Virus: Facts About Parvovirus and Protecting Your Pet
The word parvovirus elicits fear in most pet owners – and for good reason. Canine parvovirus is a potentially deadly illness that affects dogs (and cats in rare cases) by targeting the gastrointestinal system. Outbreaks of parvovirus have been identified throughout the country, including here in Texas. As the weather continues to warm up, we’re…
Read MoreDogs and Wolves: More Different Than They are Alike?
It is arguably one of modern pet marketing’s most reliable angle: put a picture of a wolf on about anything designed for the canine species and it is a hit. But how much does your Pomeranian really have in common with Canis lupus? Join Schertz Animal Hospital as we explore the differences and similarities between…
Read More5 Fun And Easy Dog Tricks For Dogs Of All Ages
Having a dog is wonderful, but having one that can do dog tricks is even better! Assuming your dog already knows the basic obedience commands (sit, stay, come), adding a few fun extras to his or her repertoire should be a snap. So, grab some delicious dog treats, and let’s get to work!
Read MoreBeyond Beauty: All About Breed Specific Grooming
Keeping your dog clean and groomed is one of the most basic pet care responsibilities. Besides helping your pet look and feel their best, regular grooming provides you with the opportunity to give your dog a once-over, checking for lumps, bumps, ticks, matted fur, and other abnormalities. Because each dog breed is a combination of…
Read MoreBreed All About It: Dog Breed Health Issues to Know About
Stereotyping animal breeds is no different than stereotyping people. Pitbulls aren’t necessarily vicious creatures and not all toy poodles are purse dogs. There are definitely breed predispositions, though, that pet owners should be aware of, though. This is especially true if you are set on adding a certain breed to your family. So read on…
Read MoreAll Aboard! Your Guide to the Best Dog-Friendly Vacation Ever
Summer is here, and for many of us this means it’s vacation time! If you’re like most pet owners, you don’t relish the thought of leaving your dog behind while you travel. Besides worrying about how well your pet is being cared for, or if he or she is lonely, it can be hard knowing…
Read MoreA Glimpse at the Differences Between Big and Small Dogs
If you take a good, hard look at a Pug and a German Shepherd, it can be mind-boggling to think about the fact that they belong to the same species. Humans have certainly left our imprint on canines over the decades. It is nothing short of crazy what spectrum members of the same species can…
Read MoreDogs Behaving Badly: Dogs Who Eat Poop
Dogs can be gross creatures at times, and most of us have seen our beloved pets do something a little repulsive. If you have been unfortunate enough to catch your dog raiding the litter box, munching on bunny droppings in the yard, or even cleaning up after himself, you may have been horrified. Your friendly…
Read MoreMine, Mine, Mine! Possessive Aggression in Dogs
You know that all-too-familiar feeling of not wanting to share your slice of cheesecake, lend your favorite sweater to a friend, or give up your go-to spot on the couch. Our animal friends experience this type of instinct as well, although they often handle it less gracefully than we do. Possessive aggression in dogs, also…
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