Understanding Degenerative Myelopathy and Your German Shepherd's Risk

If you’re a dog-lover who is particularly enthusiastic about any particular breed, then you probably already know that purebred dogs are often genetically predisposed to developing a variety of conditions and diseases. For German shepherds, degenerative myelopathy (DM) is one of these genetic conditions.

5 Summer Safety Tips for Pets

Summer is upon us, and that means it’s the time of year when people like to get outside with their pets to have fun being active in the great outdoors. To make sure both you and your pet have a fun time this season, remember the following summer safety tips for pets.

How to Keep a Golden Retriever's Joints Healthy

Many dog breeds have genetic predispositions to a variety of different health problems. Golden Retrievers happen to be prone to a variety of joint problems including hip and elbow dysplasia as well as osteoarthritis.

5 Facts Pet Owners Should Know About Heartworms

A key component to every pet’s wellness and preventative care routine should always be parasite prevention. It’s important to protect your pets from all sorts of parasites and the diseases they can transmit and, in the case of heartworms, the disease they can cause: Heartworm Disease.

Your Guide to Taking Care of Your Goldendoodle's Ears

Goldendoodles make excellent pets, thanks to their temperament, obedience, and high intelligence. These dogs are loving and loyal, and they look incredible. As a mix of a golden retriever and a poodle, this breed comes in multiple sizes, and they’re great family dogs.

That said, each dog breed has its own health risks. For the Goldendoodle, the parts you should pay most attention to are the ears. As with other floppy-eared dogs, this breed can experience ear infections and other health problems.