Massage for Dogs

As people have become more health conscious in recent decades they have also become more interested in the health of their pets. That includes alternative health care for dogs. Massage for dogs was perhaps first made popular by Linda Tellington-Jones with T-Touch therapy but you don’t have to have a particular knowledge of T-Touch or of massage techniques to massage your dog. There are some simple massage techniques you can use at home to make your dog feel more relaxed.

For basic home massage of your dog all you need is a relaxed setting and your dog. If you have a small dog you can have your dog in your lap or the two of you can sit on a sofa or in the floor. For a large dog you can have your dog stretch out in the floor. more...

Canine Heartworm Disease

One of the most prevalent and dreaded diseases for dogs, heartworm disease in canines can be dangerous and life threatening. By targeting the vital organs such as the heart, lungs and liver, heartworms invade your dogs system quickly and cause damage to tissue and organs. Caused by a parasite and transmitted by mosquitoes, heartworm larvae enter the bloodstream and are transported to the rest of the body, eventually entering the heart. Once in the heart, the parasites make their way to the right ventricle and rapidly multiply. more...

Senior Dogs

For most of us, an older dog with a graying muzzle is a beloved family companion. We can never forget all of the happy years we’ve shared with them and how our lives are intertwined. But as our dogs age they can have some special needs, too. As our dogs get older their senses can start to dull, they can develop arthritis and other joint problems, and they may develop some other problems that can affect their quality of life. Here are some things to watch for with your senior dog and ways to make his life better as he gets older.  more...