by Barney's Ranch | Oct 23, 2018 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
Because of illness or injury, some dogs may require surgery, and afterward, they will need time to recover. There are things that you can do to make things more comfortable for pets during their convalescence, and to ensure that they don’t hurt themselves while...
by Barney's Ranch | Oct 9, 2018 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
You may have seen dogs ambling along on three legs when you are out and about. Or your own pet may need to have a leg amputated. And you may be wondering how dogs handle such a big change and how it affects them. The good news is that dogs take the loss of a limb in...
by Barney's Ranch | Sep 18, 2018 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
If you have a dog, you want to make sure your pet is healthy and happy. So, trips to the vet are important to make sure your dog is in the best of health. You take your dog to the vet when you suspect that he is not feeling well and for checkups and exams. But...
by Barney's Ranch | Sep 4, 2018 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
If you are considering dog ownership, you certainly want to be prepared and make sure you have everything you need and know what to do to properly care for your new pet. Here are a few of the basics, some of the most important things that should be on your list to do...
by Barney's Ranch | Aug 21, 2018 | Living With Dogs
The Symptoms How do you know if your dog has arthritis? The signs are ones you would expect to see from an animal experiencing joint pain. He might limp or not be able to move as quickly or with the range of motion as in the past. He might be reluctant to put weight...
by Barney's Ranch | Aug 7, 2018 | Living With Dogs
If you are a dog owner, you know that your pet will sometimes decide to go on the carpet. There is little that is more frustrating to pet owners than potty training their animals. So, here are a few tips to help you prevent your animal from making a mess inside the...
by Barney's Ranch | Jul 17, 2018 | Living With Dogs
Fleas are always a problem for which dog owners need to be on the lookout. Indoors or outdoors, any time of year, they can infest your pet. Here’s what you need to do to prevent these little carpetbaggers from hitching a ride on your dog. Check out your pet. These...
by Barney's Ranch | Jul 3, 2018 | Living With Dogs
If you want to give your dog a place for some privacy, you may want to provide him or her with a crate. It is like his den if he were in the wild. But this takes some training and it takes time. Here are a few tips to do it right. Getting him used to the crate. The...
by Barney's Ranch | Jun 19, 2018 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
Heartworm describes a condition where parasitic worms inhabit the pulmonary arteries of dogs. These parasites can be 12 inches long. They live in the dog’s heart, lungs and nearby blood vessels. The worms can cause severe pulmonary disease, heart failure and damage to...
by Barney's Ranch | Jun 5, 2018 | Doggie Fun, Living With Dogs
Dogs are amazing animals. They are wonderful companions, always full of energy and affection. If you own a dog, you have probably learned a lot about how to care for them. But there are some things about dogs you may not be aware of, some little known characteristics...
