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5 Dog Food Marketing Gimmicks You Should Know About
It’s no secret that I’ve become a passionate advocate for good nutrition when it comes to my dogs. At one time I fell for some very common dog food marketing gimmicks and my dogs suffered as a result. As a matter of fact, my experience seeing my heart dog harmed by a popular ‘high quality’

What Can You Give Your Dog to Support Their Liver? 5 Facts About Your Dogs Liver You May Be Appalled to Hear
What can you give your dog to support their liver? The liver is one of the most important organs in your dog’s body. It plays a critical role in your dog’s overall health and well-being, as it is responsible for many vital functions such as digestion, metabolism, and detoxification. Unfortunately, many dog owners are unaware

Is Victor Dog Food Good for Great Danes?
You may have seen that the Great Dane community often recommends Victor Dog Food. Is Victor Dog food good for Great Danes? Why is Victor so popular among Dane owners? We’re bringing you the science, stats, and facts today on choosing Victor dog food and yeah, what I have to say about this may be

Dog Food Recalls – Should You Be Concerned?
This week Purina voluntarily recalled a small selection of veterinary food (“Elemental EL” to treat allergies) from the shelf after receiving two reports of dogs who got ill (both dogs are fine now). How concerning are dog food recalls, anyways? (You can read more about the Purina Recall Here) Recalls simply mean that a product

Dog Food DCM in Great Danes
We’ve already written a few posts about dog food & DCM in Great Danes, but haven’t yet compiled a list of helpful topics, links, and science on it. This dog food DCM article will be ongoing and updated often. If you are concerned about nutritional DCM, or if your Great Dane was diagnosed with DCM

What are By-Products in Dog Food?
Today we’re going to cover by-products in dog food. Many people are alarmed to see “by-products” on their dog’s food ingredient list. Are by-products bad? Should you, as a pet parent, be concerned? Let’s use science and research to dig into this common question today! What are By-Products in Dog Food? Here is a list

How to Fly with a Great Dane
Can you take a Great Dane on an airplane? This is a question we see a LOT in our Facebook group. Most airlines allow small dogs that can fit under the seat in crates, but that is obviously not going to work for those of us with giant breed dogs. Is it possible to fly

Great Dane Sized Life Jackets
Are you ready to get on the water with your Great Dane? Finding Great Dane sized life jackets is tricky, so we did the work for you. We’re ranking and rating our favorites so that you and your giant dog can play at the lake or in the ocean all summer long! In addition to

A Great Dane Bit Somebody
Big dogs are in the news again. This week a blue Great Dane bit somebody at a Home Depot, causing severe damage. The shopper had been told that the Dane was “in training”, and was instructed to offer a treat when the dog sat. People who saw the incident cited that the dog appeared to

My Great Dane is Aggressive On Leash
Ah yes. Leash reactivity. If your Great Dane is aggressive on leash, but not necessarily off-leash, this post is for you. Of course, some dogs are are reactive both on and off leash, and this post will have valuable information for them, too! Leash aggression is a really frustrating and dangerous problem, especially when it

Why I Won’t Use a Front-Clip Harness on a Great Dane
I’ll just come out and say it. I would never use a front-clip harness on a Great Dane. This shouldn’t be a controversial opinion, but it really is! Front-clip harnesses (such as the Pet Safe Easy Walk or 2 Hounds Freedom No-Pull Harness) are popular among dog owners and trainers who believe that because they

Should I Let My Dog Drink From the Toilet?
I don’t know about you, but I’m personally grossed out that people let their dog drink from the toilet. It turns out though, that this is pretty common! Especially with Great Danes, because they drink a lot of water and the toilet is essentially a never-ended source. So, is it safe to let a dog

5 Dog Food Marketing Gimmicks You Should Know About
It’s no secret that I’ve become a passionate advocate for good nutrition when it comes to my dogs. At one time I fell for some very common dog food marketing gimmicks and my dogs suffered as a result. As a matter of fact, my experience seeing my heart dog harmed by a popular ‘high quality’

My Great Dane is Aggressive On Leash
Ah yes. Leash reactivity. If your Great Dane is aggressive on leash, but not necessarily off-leash, this post is for you. Of course, some dogs are are reactive both on and off leash, and this post will have valuable information for them, too! Leash aggression is a really frustrating and dangerous problem, especially when it

Is Victor Dog Food Good for Great Danes?
You may have seen that the Great Dane community often recommends Victor Dog Food. Is Victor Dog food good for Great Danes? Why is Victor so popular among Dane owners? We’re bringing you the science, stats, and facts today on choosing Victor dog food and yeah, what I have to say about this may be

What are By-Products in Dog Food?
Today we’re going to cover by-products in dog food. Many people are alarmed to see “by-products” on their dog’s food ingredient list. Are by-products bad? Should you, as a pet parent, be concerned? Let’s use science and research to dig into this common question today! What are By-Products in Dog Food? Here is a list

Male Versus Female Great Dane Puppy, 5 Things to Consider
If you are ready to bring a new Great Dane into your home, you may be trying to sort out if buying a boy or a girl will be the better choice for you. I’m going to deep dive into this topic, and help you make the ultimate decision: Male versus Female Great Dane puppy.

Getting a Puppy: The Good, The Bad, The Unexpected and The Inevitable
Bringing home a puppy is exciting and full of potential, but it’s also a big commitment that comes with many challenges. Before you bring your four-legged friend home, it’s important to understand the good, the bad, and the unexpected that come along with owning a pet. Top Ten Things to Know When Getting a Puppy