People often experience the searing pain of a urinary tract infection (UTI). But dog UTIs can happen, too. Just imagine how your dog feels without words to explain his discomfort. Dog UTIs are common. They affect dogs of all ages and breeds. So if it happens to your dog, and it probably will, here’s what […]

For almost a decade, EPA staff warned supervisors about reports of thousands of pets sickened and injured by Seresto flea collars. But they did nothing. Then in 2021, media reports alerted the public to 100,000 consumer complaints. They also reported more than 2,500 pet deaths. Three class action lawsuits followed. And a Congressional hearing. And […]

Thousands of pet owners experienced devastating and deadly effects of Seresto flea collars. Since 2012, they trusted the company’s safety claims. Now Elanco, the company selling these dangerous products, has agreed to a $15M court settlement. Two pet owners filed this class action lawsuit in California. They allege the company misled consumers about the safety […]

Whenever we talk about exercise needs for dogs, we often talk about physical exercise. But mental stimulation is an important part of the equation. It’s crucial for your dog’s emotional well-being. We often say dogs are smart … but they’re more than just smart. Dogs are far more intuitive than we give them credit. When […]

Local Couple Wins ‘Great British Franchisee’ Award for Building Exceptional Dog Care Community and Delighting Customers Local couple, Alan and Amanda Hartley, owners of Barking Mad Leeds, have been honoured with the prestigious ‘Great British Franchisee’ award, recognising their exceptional dedication to building a thriving community of dog-loving hosts. As franchisees of Barking Mad, the […]

Coconut oil for dogs is celebrated for its amazing health-boosting properties. Heck, we’ve even posted here on DNM about how great it is. But I have to admit … I’ve never really given virgin coconut oil or unrefined coconut oil to my own dogs.  My gut told me it wasn’t quite right.  Now I’m glad […]

It seems that every year or so, somewhere in the country there are dire warnings about an outbreak of leptospirosis in dogs. This year it’s Chicago’s turn, with TV news stations warning that “your dog could die just from sniffing.”  Sniffing rat urine, they mean. The warnings about lepto are especially dire because it’s a […]

If you’re not using aloe vera for dogs, you could be missing out on some very important benefits. But before you grab that bottle of aloe gel from your cupboard, there’s one ingredient you need to know about. Otherwise, you could accidentally make your dog sick. Aloe vera is a perennial, succulent plant that belongs […]

I’ve got good news and bad news about CBD oil for dogs … The good news is that it can help with many of your dog’s health issues from allergies to cancer. The bad news is that the CBD industry for pets is still unregulated. That means the majority of pet owners might be getting […]

Like every dog owner, you want to avoid fleas on your dog and in your home. And you don’t want your dog picking up ticks and risking tick-borne illnesses like lyme disease, skin irritation, or rocky mountain spotted fever. Wouldn’t it be convenient to just give your dog a tasty chew every month or 3 […]