A Tribute to Our Heros, ALL Our Heroes
"We are along the road parallel to 276.4. Our own artillery is dropping a barrage directly on us. For heaven's sake, stop it." This was...
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Should I Be Expressing My Dog’s Anal Glands? (Yuck!)
Sometimes veterinary medicine is all about cute kittens and doggie kisses. At the opposite end of the spectrum is caring for anal glands....
Building a Healthy Dog Food
Do you wonder, when buying your pet food, whether everything listed is what's in it? Pet food manufacturers are required to list...
Make it Thanksgiving for Pup, too
Most of us love to eat just as much as our pups do. We just restrain ourselves around food, something pups are not known for doing. But...
Finding Pet-Friendly Housing: A Quick Guide
People moving to Brooklyn have a lot to think about in looking for a place. How much is the rent? Is there enough space for you and...
What you DON'T Want to See in Your Dog's Food
Just as in much of processed human foods, synthetic preservatives are commonly present in most commercial dog foods. A number have been...
Pup’s Ghoulish Delights: an easy to make Halloween treat for pups
Halloween is a Brooklyn dog’s quintessential holiday. Even better than Christmas or Thanksgiving where he shares the spotlight with...
It's Fall, the Calendar is "Ticking" - here's what you need to know about ticks and your dog
As the weather cools, many reinvigorated Barkers are heading to the hiking trails with their pups. Disease bearing ticks have been there...
What Can Be Better than Being a Brooklyn Dog at Halloween?
Halloween in Brooklyn is one holiday that had gone to the dogs. The season is bookended by two of the best events imaginable - the Sean...
Step by Step: How to Brush Your Pup's Teeth
For some pups, chewing kibble, toys and treats keeps their mouths in fine shape. In general, these are the larger dogs. Veterinarians...
Want Sweet Kisses? Here's How to Help Pup or Kitty Maintain a Healthy Mouth
Anyone who has, themself, survived dental work quickly understands why we want our pets to have good oral health. Anyone who has cringed...
Why Should You Brush Your Pet's Teeth?
That is an excellent question, especially since dogs and cats do not get tooth decay the way we humans do. Then what’s all this commotion...
5 Steps to Care for Your Elderly Dog
Someone once said, “The only thing wrong with dogs is that they can’t live forever.” It's difficult to see your best friend aging, but...
How to Choose the Best Toys for your Pet
The toy options for your pets are almost endless, thus choosing the right one can be daunting and overwhelming. With that being said,...
All Clear! Dr. Chris and the DEC Tell Us Swimming at Dog Beach Can Resume
Two weeks ago Dr. Chris Gaylord of North Slope Veterinary shared the DEC warning about the algae bloom in Prospect Park Lake and...
Be Good to Your Pet; Be Good to your Wallet; Be Good to NYC.... and it's FREE
When was the last time you felt that Con Ed hit a home run? They did with coolNYC. With temperatures in the 90s, what am I talking...
So, You are Having a People Puppy: Tips to Introduce New Baby and Pup
Having a baby is a joyous occasion. However, bringing the baby home from the hospital can be the scariest feeling in the world. You...
Seven Tips for Safe Traveling with Your Pup
If you're like many pet lovers, you wouldn't dream of leaving your best friend behind when you go on vacation. Sharing any joy always...
Canine Vaccines: How many shots does my dog really need?
With the "controversy" over human vaccines being finally put to rest - everywhere but California, it seems - Brooklyn Bark caught up with...
5 Tips to Help Pup Enjoy 4th of July Weekend
There are two things I look forward to all year. One is the beach - the sand and surf and picnics and, yes, fun! My dog, Angel, agrees....
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