Entries by Hot Dog on a Leash

Feeding a Puppy  

Taking care of a new puppy can be a bit overwhelming to say the least.  It may be a challenge to fully understand their nutritional needs.  One of the most important aspects of taking care of a puppy involves how much and how often to feed them.  Please continue reading to learn more! Puppies start […]

Top Diseases You Can Catch from Your Dog 

A zoonotic disease is a disease that is transmissible from animal to human.  Veterinarians should properly diagnose pets, but also inform their owners about potential diseases they can catch from their dogs.  Below is information about some of the most common zoonotic diseases. Ringworm – This is a skin disease that can be transmitted to […]

Playing Tug-of-War with Your Dog is a Good Thing! 

Tug-of-War is one of the most common canine games on the planet.  However, sometimes it receives a bad reputation.  We recommend that you dismiss all bad comments about this activity and give it a try.  You may find that it yields some great benefits along the way. Abiding by the following rules will teach your […]

Dogs & Vomiting 

There are times where dogs get into things that they should not.  Think about toxic foods, chemics or entire indigestible objects.  When this happens, your dog may need to vomit up and eject the product to prevent further issues from occurring.  As always, you will need to contact your veterinarian immediately if there is a […]

Tuesday’s Treat: Watermelon Dog Treats 

Welcome to our Tuesday Treat article of the week!  This is where we feature a healthy and easy recipe catered to your four-legged friend.  We are excited to spotlight Watermelon Dog Treats!  Be sure to share this recipe with your friends and family so that other doggies can enjoy. Ingredients  2 cups watermelon (remove the […]

Tuesday’s Treat: Frozen Fruit Bites

Welcome to our Tuesday Treat article of the week!  This is where we feature an easy and healthy recipe for your four-legged friend to enjoy.  Today we are featuring Frozen Fruit Bites!  These treats are perfect for the dog days of Summer and your pup will love them.  Be sure to share the recipe with […]

Spotlight Breed: American Leopard Hound 

Welcome to our Spotlight Breed article of the week.  This is where we feature one of the most interesting dog breeds from around the globe.  We are excited to spotlight the American Leopard Hound this week!  This is a purebred dog whose ancestors came from Mexico by way of Spanish conquistadors who sailed to North […]

Indoor Dog Exercise Ideas 

Just because it is Summer doesn’t always mean the weather will always be sunny and beautiful.  There are days where it may rain which means muddy paws are coming your way!  There is not much that you can do about it.  However, when the weather stands in your way, you can play inside with these […]

Diabetes Assist Dogs 

Diabetes Assist Dogs are trained to monitor smells in the air for a specific scent from their human partner that is related to rapidly dropping or low blood sugar levels. If detected by the dog, they then “alert” the person with diabetes, usually by touching them in a significant way such as pawing or nudging. […]

Dogs and Landscape

Dogs and outdoor spaces go together naturally.  However, we know that dogs love to dig holes, run, eat plants, and wreak havoc on landscape design.  There are many common problems that you can overcome which will help keep the peace between you and your dog and allow you to keep the beautiful yard that you […]