The size of a dog is subjective. We have two Staffies — 24 kg and 26 kg — both lean and fit, according to our vet (we checked for their weight recently when sorting out their worming tablets). To us, they’re medium-sized dogs. But friends often say they look massive. So when people ask about…
No matter what bowl’s in the dog crate, some dogs can be downright dramatic. Some paw at the water like it’s a puzzle to solve, others splash around or even avoid the bowl entirely. It might sound like just a quirky habit, but these dog bowl behaviours can actually reveal what your dog really thinks…
We all want the best for our dogs, but when it comes to something as simple as their water bowl, it’s easy to overlook just how important a clean dog water bowl is and that it’s the right kind. You might think, “It looks fine, so why bother?” — but beneath the surface, your dog’s…
Bloat… I thought I knew what it was. I mean, I’ve stuffed my face with cake and felt all bloated and uncomfortable. Once I learned about how it affects dogs though, I knew I had to do a deeper dive into how to prevent bloat in dogs. It’s so serious, every dog owner should be…
I’m going to share a story about the morning I found green algae in the dog water bowl, and why I was hunting for something unusual. Fair warning, do not read this while eating because there’s some yucky stuff about to be discussed. Full Transparency. This page contains affiliate links. That means if you click…
Every situation is different. I thought we had a dog with anxiety. Turns out, he just doesn’t like change. Nevertheless, I’ve been down the rabbit hole of looking up what the best treatment for dogs with anxiety is, and I can tell you, it starts with identifying the triggers. That’s because there’s different types of…
Worried your usual zoomy champ isn’t quite as nimble? As the seasons change, appetites can shift, and your Staffy might not be getting as much of the fuel they need to keep up their usual mischief. Dogs need a high-protein diet to maintain strong muscles, recover faster after exercise, and stay sharp and focused. What’s…
Have you decided to give a pup a forever home? Congrats! To make that forever as long as humanely possible, a great start is a puppy proofing your home checklist. For that, it helps to hear about the occasional mishaps of those who’ve successfully made it through the puppy-training phase (in our case, Staffies, but…
Staffordshire Bull Terriers—aka Staffies—are built like tanks and powered like race cars. Muscular, full of beans, and bursting with love. To keep them running at full tilt (without crashing and burning), you need more than any old dog food guide. Something specific that lays out what’s really in food, not just a brand name and…