7 Reasons Your Dog Is Peeing in the House and What to Do About It
Finding a puddle on the floor is frustrating for any pet parent. Even the most well trained dogs can have accidents from time to time, and in most cases, it is not about bad behavior. Dogs usually urinate indoors because something is off physically, emotionally, or environmentally. Understanding the reason behind the behavior is the first step toward fixing it. Below are seven common reasons dogs pee in the house, along with practical and compassionate ways to help. 1. Excite
Veterinarian Sits In Hot Car To See What It Feels Like For Dogs
We hear the same story over and over—a helpless dog left in a burning hot car with their human nowhere to be seen. Despite lawmakers, judges, and news reporters spreading the word about the potentially deadly situation, dogs across the nation are still left in hot cars every day. One North Carolina veterinarian set out to show pet parents why they shouldn’t use the excuses: "But I left the windows cracked open” or “I’ll only be a few minutes.” The Experiment Dr. Ernie Ward
Top 10 Ways You’re Stressing Out Your Dog (And How to Help Instead)
Dogs may not juggle work deadlines or household responsibilities, but they do experience stress in ways we do not always recognize. Many loving pet parents unintentionally contribute to stress through everyday habits, mixed signals, or changes in routine. The good news is that awareness and small adjustments can make a meaningful difference in helping your dog feel calm, confident, and secure. Below are ten common ways dogs experience stress, along with compassionate solution
Reduce Stress for Your Cat Before and During Vet Visits
Fear and anxiety are common for cats when they have to visit the veterinarian, and for far too long, this has been accepted as “that’s just way cats are” by both cat guardians and veterinarians. Thankfully, this is changing. Two initiatives, The American Association of Feline Practitioners’ Cat Friendly Practice Initiative and Dr. Marty Becker’s Fear-Free™ initiative both take a multi-pronged approach to reducing the stress of veterinary visits for cats. “Fear is the worst t
Anxious Dog? Understanding Anxiety and Supporting Calm, Confident Behavior
Does your dog pace during storms, seem unsettled in the car, or struggle when left home alone? Maybe they become nervous when guests arrive or react anxiously around other dogs. If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Anxiety in dogs is far more common than many pet parents realize. The good news is that with understanding, consistency, and the right support tools, many dogs can learn to feel calmer and more secure. What Anxiety Looks Like in Dogs Anxiety can prese
