Entries by Hot Dog on a Leash

Spotlight Breed: Rat Terrier

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.  Today we are excited to spotlight the Rat Terrier!  This is one of the most stubborn dog breeds that you will ever meet.  Don’t let that turn you off though!  […]

Shaving Your Dog – What You Need to Know

 Perhaps you want to save some money, or your dog has severe anxiety when you take them to the groomer.  Either way, it is important to know that shaving your dog is not as simple as it may seem.  Believe it or not, there may be a science involved when it comes to shaving your […]

Bacterial Infections – What You Need to Know 

Did you know that there are many different types of bacterial infections that your dog may be diagnosed with?  It is important to know about these different infections and the causes of each.  Keep in mind that bacterial infections can happen anywhere in your dog’s body.  For example, if your dog gets a scrape, bacteria […]

Help!  A Black Widow Bit My Dog  

Fleas and ticks are the insects that come to mind when we think about our dogs.  However, we must not forget about spiders.  There may be situations when a spider bite occurs.  Unfortunately, most species of the spider inject venom into their bites.  Most of the time, the amount of venom is small, but we […]

Stop Your Dog from Barking at Strangers 

Let’s face it…it may be a bit embarrassing when your dog barks at every new face that crosses their path.  They may be trying to protect us, but it can be a bit much at times!  In this article, we will talk about the basics of teaching your dog how to mind their manners and […]

Dog Food Ingredients to Avoid

 There are many things that your dog shouldn’t eat.  Why are they included in dog food to begin with?  That is a very good question!  Often, fillers are the main issue.  Dog food companies are required to meet certain protein requirements and will do whatever it takes to do so.  It is important to note […]

Puppy Beds 

Puppies mainly focus on three things…eat, sleep and play!  Sleep is a very important part of your puppy’s life because most of their growth occurs during this time.  Also, the healthiest puppies are normally the most rested.  You want to do your best to ensure that your puppy is comfortable and has a bed to […]

Diabetic Comas in Dogs

 A diabetic coma is when a diabetic dog’s mentation (sense of surroundings) is greatly diminished due to the presence of high levels of glucose in the blood stream.  Most of the time, dogs that have a diabetic coma will have clinical signs which will yield an immediate trip to the veterinarian.  Please continue reading to […]

Getting Rid of Urine Smell from Carpets

Accidents happen!  There is no way around it and we must do our best to remain patient with our pups.  If your dog has an accident indoors, do not panic, even if you are faced with bad carpet odors due to urine.  Of course, you will need to avoid establishing behaviors that create the habit […]

Police Dogs 

Police dogs are some of the hardest working pups with an impressive mission.  These canines are well respected in the working dog world and play a huge role in keeping us safe!  In this article we will talk about the many roles that police dogs can fill, and how they prepare for their time in […]