Does your dog have bad breath? If you’re like most people, you probably laugh it off. Bad breath, though, could be the sign of something bad going on inside your dog’s mouth. Have you checked your dog’s teeth and gums lately? If so, did you notice any bleeding? Dogs can and do get periodontal disease…. Read more »
It’s kind of iconic Americana: the picture of a dog with its tongue out, hanging out a car window, isn’t it? How do you drive safely with your pet dog? For starters, if you can get your dog to associate car rides with pleasure, that’s great. Therefore, a car ride shouldn’t just be for going… Read more »
Have you heard the old adage that says, “Move it or lose it?” It’s a common figurative phrase that basically means you better move something (typically your body) or else it will be damaged or destroyed. As humans, we need to keep our bodies moving in order to maintain our physical health and mental well-being…. Read more »
Warm spring weather is perfect for dogs that love running around and playing in the sunshine. However, springtime also means buckets and buckets of the one thing that leads to muddy puppy paws and fur: rain. If you are the proud mom or dad of a red or apricot poodle, you know they often love… Read more »
There’s a joke on the British comedy series Absolutely Fabulous where a dopey character aptly named “Bubble” is asked to get her employer a laptop but she mistakenly hears it as lapdog. So she happily takes a dog out of her purse and the other character orders her to return it. Bubble replies, “Oh! But… Read more »
Some people would rather talk to their dog than to other people, and can you blame them? Dogs seem to listen intently to their owners– especially poodles. Indeed, poodles are noted for their high intelligence among canines. Among the many breeds, poodles rank at or near the top of intelligence lists for their ability to… Read more »
Training your dog is a process. Once you have created an environment that your dog feels comfortable in, you will want to begin training him or her to understand certain commands, which will help improve behavior. Commands are also important for yours and your dog’s safety. These commands are easy for your dog to understand… Read more »
Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting adventure for the whole family, especially the newest addition. Preparing your home to make it puppy-safe is very important. Puppy proofing is not the same as making sure you’re stocked with the essentials, it is about making sure your home is safeguarded for your new pup. There… Read more »
Choosing a puppy is an exciting part of adding a dog to your family. At the same time, it can be daunting and tricky because you don’t want to make the wrong choice. There are many things to consider when picking out your poodle. All too often people “let the puppy choose them”. Following this… Read more »
