The Cone of Shame… the Lamp Shade… the Pet Radar Dish… such is the dreaded fate of post-surgery animals everywhere. If your dog is not a huge fan of the Elizabethan Collar or E-collar for short, you’re not alone. At TopDog Health, we hear this comment all day long. For loving pet parents, it can…
If you’re the parent of a senior dog, you may be coming to terms with the difficult reality that you may not have much time left with your gray-muzzled best friend. While this is heartbreaking, it can also inspire you to make their golden years some of the best of their life. Enter the senior…
Plenty of pet parents – and their dogs – are less than thrilled about the prospect of regular nail trimmings. But did you know that cutting your dog’s nails is one of the most basic and effective things you can do to help maintain their joint and bone health? Especially as your dog enters their…
Joint and mobility issues, like arthritis, are some of the most common health problems among dogs. Arthritis symptoms in your pup can range from being hardly noticeable to completely debilitating, and it can be difficult to watch your best friend’s mobility decline. While, unfortunately, canine arthritis can’t be completely “cured” (once the cartilage in your…
If your beloved dog has recently had or is about to have surgery, then you know just how much of a labor of love it is for you, the doting pet parent. Prepping for your pup’s surgery involves countless trips to the veterinarian, determining the best course of action, figuring out how you’re going to…
If you have a dog, you’ve probably heard the calculation that 1 dog year equals 7 human years, right? Well, not quite. While this idea of the 1:7 ratio has been prevalent for a surprisingly long time (since the 1950s!), it turns out the reality is not so cut-and-dried. How your dog ages depend quite…
First things first, don’t panic. For the most part, dogs shed – it’s what they do. Shedding is a normal process in which your dog’s body naturally removes old or damaged hair. Even shedding that seems excessive (i.e. when the lint roller has become your new best friend) can be normal, depending on your dog’s…
The Complete Guide to Weight Loss for Dogs Identifying an Overweight Dog Risk Factors for Weight Gain Are You Overfeeding Your Dog? Health Issues in Overweight Dogs Creating a Doggy Diet Plan Creating a Doggy Exercise Routine Weight Loss Tricks for Dogs Who Love to Eat The Complete Guide to Weight Loss for Dogs Be…
Giving medication to your dog after surgery can be a stressful part of the recovery process, but it doesn’t have to be! There are several ways to get the job done and we are here to help you find what works best for you and your dog. For starters, it’s important to check with your…
