Like most symptoms in canines, panting can signify many things – not all of which are a cause for concern. There are also many different types of panting so being in tune with your dog’s behaviors is a key component of making sure he’s okay. Panting can indicate anything – from happiness to dire illness. […]

Dogs have some sweat glands but not as many as humans. In people, the primary method of preventing overheating is through the sweat glands. Conversely, dogs do not keep cool by perspiring and their bodies have other ways of regulating temperature. How Do Dogs Stay Cool? Their sweat glands are in their hair follicles, paw […]

To make sure I stay active, I track my step count each day using an app on my smartphone. If I reach my daily 10,000 steps, I feel quite accomplished and, in the long run, stay healthier and more fit. Dogs don’t normally use smartphones, nor do they have fixed step count goals for the […]