Dog Care & Feeding

Ticks on German Shepherd dogs are a nuisance at the best of times. For humans, fortunately, ticks are pretty easy to see on the body. When your dog gets a tick, it can be hard to tell.

Several fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, condiments, additives, and drugs are toxic to domestic pets. Some harm only dogs, others only cats, and several are poisonous to both. Following is a list of potentially problematic foods that should be kept in a safe place where a curious, inquisitive pet cannot access them and harm itself.

Have you acquired a deer that is either intended for dog food or is not fit for human consumption? In this article, the pictures and text show you how to easily cut a carcass into parts to make it suitable for a dog to eat.

Are blind dogs suffering? Should they be put down? Tips for caring for a blind dog.

Giving your dog a pill doesn't have to be a stressful task. If your dog dreads pills, this guide will give you some options on how to make pill-giving fun and rewarding for your dog.

Here's a list of the people foods that are most commonly deadly for dogs. This list surprises even the most knowledgeable of dog people.

This topic is more about the right food for your dog than about the best dog food for German Shepherds. Things to consider are health, time, budget and sometimes personal preferences.

There are many steps that you can take to keep your dog cool in summer. These steps are very important in order to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

Find out which breeds need their teeth brushed routinely, why, and how to brush your dog's teeth.

This is a basic peanut butter dog treat recipe that you can adapt to suit your dog (and his favorite tasty ingredients). It uses wheat flour, milk, and coconut oil, so please make sure your dog isn't allergic to any of these ingredients before you make these!

It is safe for your dog to eat fat and raw eggs, despite what you have heard. Find out what is really proven to be poison.

Antioxidants and fatty acids found in coconut oil can help many dogs suffering from skin conditions. Learn how to produce high-quality coconut oil at home and how to use it.

This article will hopefully answer any questions that you may have about the subject of fostering rescue dogs. It is a wonderful, worthwhile experience, and by fostering, you can really make a difference in the life of an animal in need!

The truth about giving coconut oil to pets.

They can be a small nuisance for you and your German Shepherd, but ticks can carry fairly dangerous diseases. Clean and fast tick removal is paramount. Prevention is an option, but be careful with most products.

A doggy diaper can help with house training, females in heat, incontinent older dogs, and other short-term situations. This is what you need to consider when buying dog diapers