Category: Health

Dogs can work hard – really hard. They will often play fetch, herd or do agility for what seems like hours on end. Many dogs will play until they have used every last bit of energy – then play some more! Just like you, your favorite pooch needs to rest and recover properly after he has exerted himself. This is… Read more →

Like all of my Health related articles please check with your Veterinarian for specific and more detailed advice for your dog.   Just imagine – your dog wakes up from a peaceful nap with some sudden, strange symptoms – pacing, drooling, and trying to vomit unsuccessfully. You run him out to the car and rush to the vet, only to… Read more →

“Once you have had a wonderful dog, a life without one, is a life diminished.” —Dean Koontz (author, Whispers)   Dogs. We’ve shared a mutual history with them for thousands of years, and to this day, we develop deep, meaningful connections them. They share our homes, our beds, and enrich our lives with their company. If you love adventuring in… Read more →

Your dog’s paw pads perform a number of important tasks. They act like mini shock absorbers to help protect the tissues in the feet and the bones and joints in the legs. They offer traction, enabling dogs to get a grip on uneven or slippery surfaces. They also provide protection from extreme temperatures. Despite the protection that Mother Nature has… Read more →

Winter is here. Your dog is leaping for joy in the snow, and you are cursing under your breath at all the shoveling that needs to be done. How is it that Fido can stay outside and play for hours on end, when you need 15 minutes just to get all your winter clothes on before stepping out the door?… Read more →

How humans keep cool You might remember a concept that is taught in high school science class: evaporation causes cooling. This is the process used by the human body to keep itself cool. When you work out, your body temperature rises. Your body needs to react in order to protect your brain and vital organs from overheating. It does this… Read more →

The heart. It is one of the most amazing parts of your body. From the most mundane activity, to the most intense of workouts, your heart is responsible for delivering oxygen, the body’s fuel, to every cell in your body so you can perform these tasks. The Human Heart Your heart is a muscle about the size of your fist.… Read more →

Dogs are naturally a lively and busy species, keeping pet owners on their toes with their exercise needs. From taking long walks to sports participation, canines find pleasure in various activities. However, while playtime and athleticism in dogs are great ways to initiate fun, they are also an essential part of good health. The Mind Canines are intelligent beings, and… Read more →

As you know we are very physical here in WooFLand! Of course with all of the physical engagement we do there is greater need to monitor the WooFPAK’S health conditions. I treat them monthly with a flea and tick preventative and also a heartworm preventative. Over the years of being so active I have learned (at least in my area)… Read more →