The Doggie Bowl

I became passionate about canine nutrition after I lost both of my childhood dogs within 3 months of each other.  Xander and Frances were on a rotation of Hill’s Science and Blue Buffalo. These were brands I thought I could…

If you are considering getting a puppy, it is important to know the facts about puppy mills and why to avoid getting a puppy from one. The term Puppy Mill is used to describe large-scale commercial dog breeding, that focuses…

Just like their humans, dogs experience changes as they grow older. When your cuddly pup hits the age of 7, they’re officially considered a “senior”. While there’s no grocery store or movie ticket discounts waiting for senior canines, it’s imperative…

Our furry family members bring us years of joy and companionship. Feeding them a diet rich in nutritious foods will keep them healthy and happy throughout their lives, which is what every dog owner wants, right? But sometimes you run…

For us humans, yoga is an effective way to improve the health of our bodies and minds. But did you know yoga can be performed with our four-legged furry friends too? That’s right – it’s called Doga – and it’s…

As a dog parent, you’ve likely perused the food options available at your local pet or grocery store. Because we live in such a health-conscious era, your mind is probably teeming with questions like, “What’s with all the artificial coloring…

In order to keep your pet safe and healthy, you want to ensure that they have access to the best care possible. In the event of an accident or sickness, pet owners are often faced with the dilemma between wanting…

Like people, dogs get older and we need to start paying more attention to their health! They may be getting up a little slower and not getting the zoomies nearly as often, but we love them just the same. This…

Dr. Brett Shorenstein (aka The Dogtor) is a general practitioner and owner of Abingdon Square Veterinary Clinic in New York, NY. He is a USDA-accredited Veterinarian whose professional interests include internal medicine, dermatology, and nutrition. If you have a question…

Dogs are not robots! Sometimes they get injured and experience pain like you and I. Other times, they fall ill and need urgent medical attention. As a dog owner, you need to be able to care for your dog when…