Keeping You & Your Samoyed Smiling!

Many experts recommend counterconditioning to help anxious dogs overcome their fear of certain situations. But you may wonder, just what is counterconditioning?

With the internet’s recent obsession with chubby animals, we are bombarded with posts featuring rotund cats and dogs. With all this imagery, it can be difficult for many owners to recognize the difference between a healthy weight and obesity in their own pets. As a responsible owner, one of the questions you should be asking yourself is, “How do I tell if my dog is obese?”

Essential oils smell great and have been shown to provide many amazing health benefits for humans. They can also be found in many everyday products that we use. But not all human products are suitable for dogs, and many can cause serious health problems. So, are essential oils toxic to dogs? 

As humans, kisses and hugs are familiar ways for us to express our affection for those closest to us. Dogs are considered a much-loved part of most families, and they definitely deserve all the kisses in the world! But do dogs like being kissed?

When we feel stressed, going for a walk or listening to music are some of the most recommended ways to help us calm down. We already know our dogs love walking, but what about music? For example, does a radio help keep dogs calm?

Every kid’s dream is to work with their favorite animal and their pet, so naturally, one of the most common answers to the question, “What is your dream job?” is “a veterinarian”. However, there aren’t overflowing numbers of vets in the world. So, is it hard to be a vet? 

Allergies are becoming a more commonly diagnosed health problem in many dogs. An allergic reaction can be harder to detect and treat in fluffier breeds like the Samoyed because of their dense fur coat. Identifying the triggers for your dog’s allergic response can help avoid a reaction. So you may wonder, are Samoyeds allergic to anything?

What is a Thanksgiving meal without cranberry sauce?! The condiment is a favorite among humans, but can dogs eat cranberry sauce too?   

People sweat as a way to release excess heat from their bodies and to cool themselves down on a hot day or after a workout. But you’d never see a dog wet and dripping with perspiration however much they play in the hot sun. So, do dogs sweat? 

For humans, eye contact conveys attentiveness and interest in the other person. When we love someone, we gaze deeply into their eyes as a sign of affection. But should we do the same with our canine companions? Do dogs like eye contact?