Posts by Bill Lynch

How To Choose the Best Dog Food By Jennifer Coates, DVM Petmd.com Good nutrition is essential to keeping dogs healthy. However, taking a broad topic like nutrition and narrowing it down to answer a question as specific as “What food is best for my dog?” can feel overwhelming. When you break down the process of choosing…

10 Ways to Calm Your Dog Naturally By Nicole LaForest, LVT, BSc, MPH. Petmd.com There’s nothing more loyal, companionable, or loving than a dog, but dogs can get anxious and stressed just like humans. Learning the best ways to keep a dog calm naturally is important for their health and happiness. Here are some things you…

Food Allergies in Dogs By Melissa Boldan, DVM Petmd.com What Are Food Allergies in Dogs? Food allergies are an immune response to ingredients in a dog’s diet—an ingredient they are allergic to. This immune response usually becomes apparent over a prolonged amount of time rather than immediately after they try a food for the first time.…

4 Reasons You Shouldn’t Vaccinate Your Dog Yourself By Rhiannon Koehler, DVM Petmd.com When money is tight, pet parents may think vaccinating their own pet themselves (without a vet) is a good way to save a few bucks while still making sure their pet is safe from deadly infectious diseases. While we commend pet parents for…

5 Tips for Walking Your Dog in the Winter By Janelle Leeson. Petmd.com Winter is full of dog-friendly activities and adventures, yet cold weather can pose dangers for dogs of all sizes and ages. Whether you want to expend your puppy’s boundless energy or enjoy a winter stroll, it’s important to prioritize your dog’s safety and recognize…

Fish Oil for Dogs? By Lauren Mick, LVT. Reviewed by Veronica Higgs, DVM Petmd.com Supplements have become very popular in the canine world, but which ones should you look for when seeking the best health for your dog? Fish oil for dogs can have many great benefits—and for this reason, many pet parents have started adding it to…

5 Surprising Senior Dog Care Tips By PetMD Editorial By Deidre Grieves If your dog is going a little gray in the muzzle, he may be entering the senior stage of his life. While the standard age range for senior dogs varies by breed and size, pet parents should watch for signs of aging and make…

5 Types of Dog Eye Discharge and When To Go to the Vet By Jennifer Coates, DVM. Petmd.com IEye discharge is a common problem in dogs. And while some types are completely normal, others are associated with potentially serious health concerns. To determine when you need to take your dog to the vet, you’ll need to…

Does a Dog’s Breed Affect Their Behavior? By Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA. Petmd.com We’re quick to make assumptions about dog behavior based on the way our furry best friends look. But is a dog’s breed an accurate predictor of the way they’ll behave? It’s easy to assume that a dog’s breed is a genetic blueprint for the exact way…

10 Ways to Dog-Proof Your Christmas Tree By Pet Poison Helpline Veterinarian Team. Reviewed by Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT Petmd.com The holiday season is an exciting time filled with family and friends, holiday traditions, and festive decorations. Whether it’s a fir, pine, cypress, or even an artificial tree, your Christmas tree is a centerpiece of holiday…