Matt Jackson

If you have been thinking about your own blood type recently, you may have been wondering if dogs have different blood types too. Blood can be classified into…

By Matt Jackson

Pumpkin (Cucurbita spp) is readily available, inexpensive, and easy to prepare for your dog. It is also packed full of vitamins and minerals and is considered…

By Matt Jackson

Dogs and humans are very different species, although we do share some biological similarities. However, while humans do have an appendix, dogs do not. Similarl…

By Matt Jackson

We’ve all encountered some bad dog breath. While it’s considered common for your dog’s mouth to smell a little, if you notice a change in the smell, it can be…

By Matt Jackson

Cabbage is considered a healthy vegetable for humans, and one that we are encouraged to eat regularly as part of a balanced diet. It is also non-toxic to dogs,…

By Matt Jackson

Chihuahuas are well known for being the world’s smallest dogs. They are also known for being plucky little dogs with big characters. But, can they swim? Althou…

By Matt Jackson

Adopt a Senior Dog Month, or Adopt a Senior Pet Month, is celebrated every year in November and is meant to remind people not only to adopt pets, rather than b…

By Matt Jackson

Although many Dachshunds naturally dislike getting in the water and can struggle to swim, some love nothing more than having a doggy paddle in the pool or a qu…

By Matt Jackson

Plantain is a fruit that looks very similar to a banana. The fruit is starchy and is not generally eaten raw, but it is regularly used in cooking in some count…

By Matt Jackson

Bathing a German Shepherd too often can potentially cause issues with their fur and skin. However, not bathing often enough can also lead to skin complaints an…

By Matt Jackson