Whole Dog Journal

Whole Dog Journal provides thorough and well-researched articles covering every aspect of caring for and training dogs. Our content includes guidance on natural care, nutrition, and training techniques, along with insights on alternative therapies such as chiropractic care, massage, acupuncture, and homeopathy. We also consult with industry experts to offer the best advice. Additionally, we assess, review, and evaluate various products. Our commitment to our subscribers allows us to operate without any advertising, ensuring that our content remains unbiased and trustworthy.

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The Deadly Foxtail: What to Know as a Dog Owner

3 days ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Joan Merriam

You can find them from Portland to Poughkeepsie, from Boston to Blackwater…in fact, you’ll find them almost every state in the nation. Despite their sweet-sounding name, they’re one of the most noxious and detested plants in North America: the foxtail. They can also be deadly to your dog. First, let’s get some nomenclature out of the way. Foxtails are a weedy grass in the grass family of Poaceae, which includes everything from wild rice to bluegrass to sugarcane.
Don’t Adopt Littermates

1 week ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Nancy Kerns

You’ve gone to the shelter, excited about the photos they posted on social media of a big litter of pups that look like just the kind you’ve been waiting for. It’s near closing time—you couldn’t get there until after you got off work!—and the shelter staff is clearly buttoning things up for the night. It turns out that the litter was popular; there are just two puppies left from which to choose! As you approach their pen, you see that the littermates are entwined in a small single dog bed.
Adequan for Dogs

1 week ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jennifer Bailey

Adequan is an injectable medication for the treatment of osteoarthritis in dogs. It is a disease-modifying osteoarthritis drug (DMOAD), meaning it can reverse some of the damage that occurs in arthritic joints. Adequan contains polysulfated glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG), which has been shown to inhibit catabolic enzymes that contribute to the destruction of cartilage in arthritic joints. PSGAG has also been shown to stimulate the production of anabolic enzymes.
Best Dog Water Bottles for Hikes

1 week ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jae Thomas

You need to stay hydrated while hiking, and so does your dog! Giving your dog plenty of water while hitting the trails will ensure they stay cool and avoid heatstroke, especially in the hot summer months. That’s where portable dog water bottles come in. A dedicated dog water bottle will make it easy to carry your pup’s water and make it easier to offer them a drink more frequently.
The Pain of Making the Euthanasia Decision

2 weeks ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Nancy Kerns

In the past few days, I’ve exchanged dozens of texts and phone calls and one FaceTime session with a long-time friend regarding his dog Leroy. Stephen and his partner adopted Leroy from my local shelter in September 2011—and in the 13½ years since, we’ve probably exchanged hundreds of texts and emails and phone calls about the happy, clever little dog.
Are Dog Barking Deterrents Effective and Humane?

2 weeks ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Dan Muse

A dog’s bark is a natural form of communication, a way to alert us to danger, express excitement, or simply voice their presence. However, excessive barking can become a problem, disrupting neighbors, causing stress for owners, and even leading to housing and legal issues. This has driven a market for dog-barking deterrents, ranging from simple whistles to more controversial methods. But which solutions are effective, and more importantly, which are humane?
In the Aftermath of a Dog Attack

3 weeks ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Nancy Kerns

Whenever there is a high-profile dog attack, it seems everyone with a dog weighs in with their opinions about the dog, the dog’s origin, the owners, the specific situation, and the resolution of the event. People share their opinions, variously blaming each party (again, the dog, the place where the dog came from, the owners, the situation…), with almost no useful or accurate information about preventing or dealing with canine aggression resulting from the account or coverage of the event.
How to Teach a Dog to Sit

3 weeks ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Jae Thomas |Dashi. Jae competes

Sit is one of the first things many people teach their dogs, and it’s a helpful trick. It’s the foundational skill for a sit-stay and can be used for future impulse control work. You’ll also see sits utilized for exercise in canine conditioning, and a good sit is important for dog sports like rally and obedience, too. Read on for three different methods you can use to teach your dog to sit.
What If You Get the Wrong Dog?

4 weeks ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Nancy Kerns

It’s a sad fact (but a fact nevertheless) that sometimes people adopt a dog or buy a puppy that turns out to quite unsuited for life with those people.
Livestock Guardian Dogs: Characteristics, Breeds, and Roles

1 month ago | whole-dog-journal.com | Joan Merriam |Joan Merriam lives

Archeologists have found skeletons of livestock guardian dogs lying side-by-side with sheep and goats in sites dating back 6000 years. Their images appear in pictographs found in the ruins of Babylon and Nineveh in ancient Mesopotamia, and in third to second millennium B.C.E. petroglyphs in central Kazakhstan.