Brooke Norris

Wrinkly skin with a blue tongue, the Shar-Pei is a unique breed whose Chinese name translates to “sand skin.” Three types of coats are included in the breed st…

By Brooke Norris

In many ways, a compact Pug makes the perfect pet for a first-time dog owner. Since they have fur instead of hair like a Poodle, they don’t ever need a haircut…

By Brooke Norris

Whether they’re heading out in the snow or rain, or your dog has a bandage on their leg that shouldn’t get wet, wearing boots can keep your dog’s paws warm and…

By Brooke Norris

Have you ever felt that antsy, uncomfortable feeling of really needing to pee while you're traveling? You know you shouldn't have drunk that entire soda at the…

By Brooke Norris

If your pet is blessed with a long life, the chances are high that they'll eventually develop cataracts. These white fibrous specks in your dog's eye can sever…

By Brooke Norris

The dangers of secondhand cigarette smoke have been well documented. For example, dogs that are exposed to cigarette smoke regularly are more likely to develop…

By Brooke Norris

Every Papillon's story is different. Still, when you look into those beautiful round eyes you might wonder how you were lucky enough to receive a dog that's so…

By Brooke Norris

Sleek and red, this athletic dog sports a unique appearance to match their name. The Vizsla was a relatively obscure breed in the United States until recently,…

By Brooke Norris

With curly hair and a single hypoallergenic coat like the Poodle, the Portuguese Water Dog doesn't shed. The trade-off is that they require a regular trim. The…

By Brooke Norris

Whether wavy or tight curls, the Portuguese Water Dog has low-shedding hair like their cousin, the Poodle. While every dog sheds, with the Portuguese Water Dog…

By Brooke Norris