Gastrointestinal problems correlated to anxiety in dogs
By Heidi Clayton A very common symptom I see associated with dogs that have anxiety or fear is the issue of frequent diarrhea, loose stool, or vomiting. I felt absolutely awful for a client who had just purchased a brand new Mercedes that was christened so to speak...Identifying leash reactivity or aggression
By Heidi Clayton One of the most common behavioral issues I am contacted regarding is leash aggression or reactivity. Which word is applicable depends on the dog standing in front of me. Aggression can be defined as being “hostile or injurious to humans or other...Egg Harbor Township Raccoon Confirmed as First Rabies Case of 2024
Atlantic County has confirmed its first rabies case of the year after a raccoon collected from the 100 block of Asbury Avenue in Egg Harbor Township tested positive for the viral disease on January 31. In 2023, rabies was confirmed in three raccoons, three bats, two...Meet the breed: The poodle
By Heidi Clayton Whenever I am asked to recommend a good family dog, I always recommend the poodle. No, I am not talking about a doodle! I mean the American Kennel Club (AKC) breed known as the poodle. Let me clear something else up: No breed is hypoallergenic! There...Meet the breeds: The Airedale Terrier
By Heidi Clayton This weekend my Bull Terriers and I will be volunteering our time at the Javits Center in New York City at an event called “Meet the Breeds.” Hosted by the American Kennel Club, this event is staffed by breeders of purebred dogs registered with the...
