Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo + Superfoods Recipe Maker: Real Pet Food CompanyCause: Potential for salmonella contaminationAnnouncement: FDA report dated Sept. 22, 2020 (archived here)What was recalled: 4 lb. bags of Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo + Superfoods Recipe dry dog food, with lot code “V 07 Feb 2022” Just the single lot of this dog food — with

Do dogs like hugs? It may depend on a variety of factors — and the individual dog, of course. Photo: pisauikan Nobody wants to get bitten by a dog. Worse still, no one wants their dog to be the biter — especially where kids are involved. But say a child hugs a fluffy dog they

Certain bags of Family Pet, Heartland Farms and Paws Happy Life dry dog foods have been recalled because they may contain dangerous levels of aflatoxin. Maker: Sunshine Mills, Inc.Cause: Potentially elevated levels of aflatoxinAnnouncement: FDA report dated Sept. 2, 2020 (archived here)What was recalled: Three different types of adult dry dog foods produced by Sunshine

Do dogs smell fear? The science says yes — if by “fear” we mean chemicals produced under emotional conditions of fear and stress. Photo: simonocampo999 Has anyone ever told you, “Don’t show fear” when you encounter a strange dog? There is a long-held belief that dogs can literally “smell fear” and in some cases will

Nature’s Menu Chicken and Quail Dog Food Maker: Sunshine Mills, Inc.Cause: Potential for salmonella contaminationAnnouncement: FDA report dated Aug. 24, 2020 (archived here)What was recalled: 3 lb. and 13.5 lb. bags of Nature’s Menu Super Premium Dog Food With a Blend of Real Chicken & Quail, UPC numbers 7015514363 or 7015514365, with the following lot

Petful has been researching U.S. dog food recalls for several years now, and we’ve compiled the following list. Is your dog food on our list? Recalls are listed in order from newest to oldest. (Looking for cat food recalls? Go here.) Dog Food Recall 2020 — Full List All 2020 dog food recalls are listed

Treating insect stings on dogs is easy enough for simpler stings and bites. Facial swelling is common in the hours after the dog has been stung. Photo: Tanya_Tatiana Summer is the time for stings and bites. Most are mild and can be treated at home. Others can be serious, sometimes life-threatening. Many simple insect stings

Braques du Bourbonnais have ticked and/or spotted coats. Photo: mjk23 1. Key Characteristics of the Braque du Bourbonnais The Braque du Bourbonnais (pronounced brock-do-bor-bon-nay) is a muscular pointing dog developed in the Bourbonnais province in France. The dogs’ rounded heads and large noses match their coat color. Their eyes are big and either hazel or

Despite their short stature, Pembroke Welsh Corgis are excellent herding dogs. Photo: Pmuths1956/Wikimedia Commons 1. Key Characteristics of Pembroke Welsh Corgis The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is much like the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, but with a shorter body and straighter legs. The Pembroke’s ears stand straight up and come to a point. This dog has a

Aggressive behavior in a dog comes in many forms. It’s best to work on this during puppyhood. Photo: Shaun_F Imagine bringing home a fantastic new dog. You’ve watched and waited for just the right dog to bring home and finally found a rescue pup to add to your family. You evaluated the dog with your

Why does my dog burp so much? Burping is normal in dogs, just like in humans. But if it seems excessive to you, there may be a problem. Discuss it with your veterinarian. Photo: TechPhotoGal Does your dog eructate gas through their esophageal sphincter? Wait. Huh? The answer (even if the question made no sense)

Tornjaks are primarily known as livestock guardians but also make great family pets. Photo: Simun Ascic 1. Key Characteristics of Tornjaks The Tornjak is a large, strong dog with a well-proportioned, square-shaped body. The nose is large and dark, and the dark eyes are almond-shaped. The triangular ears are set high; they fold down and

Extra food should be a reward or an occasional treat — not something handed out multiple times daily. Photo: mrtgt You’re probably sick and tired of hearing about Americans’ pets being fat. In fact, you might have seen headlines like these: “The Obesity Pet Crisis in America” “Health Risks Associated With Overweight Pets” “How to

Wondering how much The Farmer’s Dog costs? Read this article. If you have a dog, you’ve hopefully already factored the cost of pet care into your budget. When it comes to feeding your dog, however, you’re not always better off buying the packaged kibble that’s on the grocery store shelf. It may not contain the

Unethical breeding leads to health problems in Labradoodles and other doodle dogs. Photo: joshborup “I opened a Pandora box and released a Frankenstein monster.”—Wally Conron, Labradoodle creator, 2019 Labradoodles described as monsters? Those adorable fluff balls loved by all? Wally Conron, “inventor” of the Labradoodle, wasn’t disparaging the dog itself when he said he wished