Anyone who owns a pet dog knows how much fun it can be to play with your dog during the warm summer months. There are a lot of fun activities you can do with your pooch at the park, the swimming pool, and lots of other places. However, you need to also make sure that you pay close attention to your dog's health during the summer and protect him or her from the elements of nature that are normal this time of year.

This is a really hot summer season, and you are feeling hot. Your dogs will feel the heat even more because of their fur. How do you keep your dog cool?

Here is a treat recipe that you can make tonight for your dog. It is so simple to make and your dog will love it so much more than any commercial pet food treat. The great news is that this dog food recipe is 100% more healthy than anything that you can buy in a store.

House training your dog is the first and most important part of owning a new dog, especially if you like to keep your carpets clean! Learn the three most basic fundamentals of getting it right first time, so you get the best results, quickly.

Information by veterinarian on spaying and neutering pets including potential diseases and problems in unaltered animals. Includes links to photos with step-by-step picture of a spay and a neuter.

Charlie and Louise own Alfie, a 5 year old Cairn Terrier. Alfie loves to sit looking out of the window, watching everything going on in the street. The problem is when he sees a cat or another dog. He then starts to bark, and will go on barking at anyone who walks past or approaches the house.

Some senior dogs may see some benefits with supplements. Hip and joint problems have been greatly diminished by these types additions to their nutritional needs. Arthritis and other joint pain can be helped with supplements such as glucosamine and prescribed medications from your doctor.

Just like there are many types of dog training, there are many types of dog obedience collars. It is very important when choosing a dog obedience collar that you do your research and find out which type is best for you and the temperament of the dog you are training. Here is a review of several types of collars to help you in making a decision as to which type of dog obedience collar is best for you.

Many people believe the old saying "You can't teach an old dog new tricks. Fortunately, when it comes to old dogs that bark, you CAN teach them new tricks. Obviously, it is easier to train a puppy not to bark than it is an elderly dog, but this doesn't mean it's impossible."

Dogs can exhibit obsessive compulsive behaviors much like humans can. Many pet owners witness strange, repetitive, destructive or even harmful behaviors in their dogs and may have questions about treatment. Unfortunately, many owners elect to get rid of their dogs because of the behavioral issues.