I often think about getting pet insurance … and then don’t. But after hearing about the bill that my friend Judy was socked with recently for her Dachshund’s $7,000 back surgery, I’m starting to reconsider.
Having veterinary pet insurance in an instance like that makes all the difference. You may also want to get a second opinion before embarking on a significant procedure.
In this week’s conversation with Dr. Nancy Kay, author of “Speaking for Spot”, we’ll explore both pet insurance and second opinions.
When a dog is injured, your first moves should be defensive. On this week’s “Good Dog” episode, Dr. Nancy Kay explains the importance of getting a muzzle on an injured dog before attempting to move him. Hear numerous tips and insights on how to handle a medical emergency before you’re able to get professional medical attention. To get Dr. Kay’s book, ” ” and other dog-related books, visit the Smarter Shopping page at GoodDogPodcast.com.
Sure, dogs eat raw food in the wild. But most of our dogs live in homes with carpeting and pillows. Plenty of experts say raw food is still the best diet to feed your dog while others warn of the risk of bacteria. On this week’s episode of “Good Dog” podcast we hear from a very balanced thinker on the subject, nutritionist Kymythy Schultze, author of “Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats.”
When our dogs develop disabling illnesses or injuries, we often have a decision to make. For Vicki Tiernan, it wasn’t too difficult. It was figuring out how to help Ruby get around that was the challenge. Soon, with the help of a special harness with wheels, Ruby was running on the trails, inspiring all sorts of people.
Every now and then you hear about a project that really works. Check this out. Lynn Loar got a 3-year grant to bring shelter dogs to tough SF neighborhood apartment buildings to (more…)
If you thought that dogfighting ended when the Michael Vick story left the front page, you are sadly mistaken. It’s estimated that there are currently 40,000 professional and another (more…)
When your dog behaves aggressively, it can be anything from humiliating to downright dangerous. Fact is, dogs are naturally aggressive so they can (more…)
Do you ever massage your dog? I don’t just mean stroking your dog’s fur. There’s a method of touch that’s been proven to calm dogs and actually change their behavior.
