Rebecca Letson from Giant Schnauzer Preservation Breeders on Facebook says: I do believe some Giant Schnauzers can become dogs that support humans in emotional ways or find themselves in a position to offer mobile stability but the majority of GS are not a good choice for most service dog jobs.

The Arrow Reliance pet food processor was given notice for 2 different recalls of a majority of their RAW pet food line of ship-to-home meals due to Listeria contamination.

If your pup finds car rides or being home alone stressful, you'll want to see the results of this study. While this substance is known to alleviate stress and anxiety in humans, research in dogs has been lacking - until now. A single dose helped dogs relax and their cortisol levels to drop.

Do traditional spay and neuter surgeries increase the risk for disease, including malignancy? Are there better alternatives? This just-published, first-of-its-kind study involving over 6,000 dog owners documents the truth about what I've suspected and observed for years. By Dr Karen Becker

Our furry family members are very curious creatures and they may get into household products that are not suitable or safe for their consumption. Fabric softener is one of the products that may be accessible, and pet owners do not realize the dangers they are inadvertently exposing their dog to.

Four dogs at Medical Detection Dogs (UK) set the Guinness World Record for the most medical issues detected by dogs by sniffing out an impressive 28 diseases very quickly. Formally established as a charity in 2008, MDD has trained dogs to sniff out a disease/disorder or a change in a disease status.

The question was posed by an owner of a Scottie (Scottish Terrier) wondering if a Giant Schnauzer is the same type of dog. This response is hilarious, but spot-on accurate.

The people who care for our pets are hurting. Across the animal care industry, many veterinarians, vet technicians, and nurses are experiencing increased stress, pandemic-related burnout, and suicide rates almost four times higher than those in the general population.

Gastritis - or inflammation of the gastrointestinal lining - can be either short-term, or acute, or chronic, lasting more than seven days. So, what causes both forms and what should you do when vomiting occurs? Know when to call your vet and how to help your dog feel better fast.

For all of you who have lost a pet..... I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep. I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep. I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear, "It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

If your pet's food comes out of a bag, you need to know about this warning by the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Recent testing detected at least seven potentially toxic chemicals on 11 pet food packages from seven pet food brands that could place both you and your pet at risk.

Petting and even viewing a dog lead to higher levels of activity in the prefrontal cortex of the brain, an area that helps regulate and process social and emotional interactions The effects were greater when interacting with an actual dog, as opposed to a stuffed animal, suggesting that spending more time with a pup may have significant effects on your mental health

Fluorouracil is a human medication that’s particularly toxic to dogs and cats. Also known as Carac, Efudex, 5-FU and Fluoroplex, this drug is prescribed to treat certain skin cancers in humans, including superficial basal and squamous cell carcinomas, as well as other skin conditions.

Just like us, many dogs love fresh fruit, and like us, they can greatly benefit from the addition of fresh, whole foods to their diet. Some of the fruits on the safe-for-dogs list may surprise you, so have fun experimenting to see which one your pet likes best.