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Canine Joint Disease and Pain Management: Big Barker Interviews Penn Vet's Dr. Kimberly Agnello
Canine Joint Disease and Pain Management: Big B...

Big Barker’s consulting veterinarian, Dr. Sarah Wooten, kicks off her interview series with a very special interviewee—Dr. Kimberly Agnello, Assistant Professor of Small Animal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. We would...

Canine Joint Disease and Pain Management: Big B...

Big Barker’s consulting veterinarian, Dr. Sarah Wooten, kicks off her interview series with a very special interviewee—Dr. Kimberly Agnello, Assistant Professor of Small Animal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania. We would...

Disturbing Pressure Mapping Study Results
Disturbing Pressure Mapping Study Results

See how normal dog beds compare to the Big Barker bed in the results of this Pressure Mapping Study.

Disturbing Pressure Mapping Study Results

See how normal dog beds compare to the Big Barker bed in the results of this Pressure Mapping Study.

Taking Care of a Dog After Hip Dysplasia Surgery
Taking Care of a Dog After Hip Dysplasia Surgery

Recovering from hip dysplasia surgery—or any orthopedic surgery, really—presents its own challenges. Read this article to help your dog face these challenges after their surgery.

Taking Care of a Dog After Hip Dysplasia Surgery

Recovering from hip dysplasia surgery—or any orthopedic surgery, really—presents its own challenges. Read this article to help your dog face these challenges after their surgery.

Customer Review: Mary Timmons, Home Away From Home Animal Rescue and Sanctuary
Customer Review: Mary Timmons, Home Away From H...

After Piggy had been at the sanctuary for about a year, she developed a limp. I suspected it was caused by a mild injury or overexertion, so I treated her...

Customer Review: Mary Timmons, Home Away From H...

After Piggy had been at the sanctuary for about a year, she developed a limp. I suspected it was caused by a mild injury or overexertion, so I treated her...

Canine Arthritis: Could Your Best Friend Be Suffering in Silence?
Canine Arthritis: Could Your Best Friend Be Suf...

Canine arthritis is a common and debilitating disease that limits a dog’s ability to function and move without pain. Learn how your dog may be suffering in silence because of...

Canine Arthritis: Could Your Best Friend Be Suf...

Canine arthritis is a common and debilitating disease that limits a dog’s ability to function and move without pain. Learn how your dog may be suffering in silence because of...

Why Your Big Dog Might Be Better Off Sleeping Without You
Why Your Big Dog Might Be Better Off Sleeping W...

About 50 percent of pet owners in America sleep with their furry friend. And if you’re one of them, you know exactly why: Your dog (or cat!) is warm, cozy,...

Why Your Big Dog Might Be Better Off Sleeping W...

About 50 percent of pet owners in America sleep with their furry friend. And if you’re one of them, you know exactly why: Your dog (or cat!) is warm, cozy,...

The Hidden Signs of Pain in Dogs
The Hidden Signs of Pain in Dogs

Your dog could be quietly suffering in pain right now, and because he is unable to tell you that he hurts, you might not recognize his distress. Whimpering, yelping, and...

The Hidden Signs of Pain in Dogs

Your dog could be quietly suffering in pain right now, and because he is unable to tell you that he hurts, you might not recognize his distress. Whimpering, yelping, and...

Sharing Thanksgiving Dinner with Your Dog—Without Making Him Sick
Sharing Thanksgiving Dinner with Your Dog—Witho...

Turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie… Thanksgiving, the most American of all holidays, is almost upon us, and your preparations are probably already in full swing. While you’re busy putting the...

Sharing Thanksgiving Dinner with Your Dog—Witho...

Turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie… Thanksgiving, the most American of all holidays, is almost upon us, and your preparations are probably already in full swing. While you’re busy putting the...

Ask The Vet: Does My Dog Have An ACL Injury?
Ask The Vet: Does My Dog Have An ACL Injury?

In this post in our Ask The Vet series we discuss ACL injuries in big dogs with Dr. Scott Perry, DVM, a preferred Provider with Vet24seven’s community spoke with us...

Ask The Vet: Does My Dog Have An ACL Injury?

In this post in our Ask The Vet series we discuss ACL injuries in big dogs with Dr. Scott Perry, DVM, a preferred Provider with Vet24seven’s community spoke with us...

Massage Technique For Arthritic Dogs
Massage Technique For Arthritic Dogs

Watch this video about a massage technique for arthritic big dogs. This is something that many pet parents are exploring alternative healing techniques for their big dogs.

Massage Technique For Arthritic Dogs

Watch this video about a massage technique for arthritic big dogs. This is something that many pet parents are exploring alternative healing techniques for their big dogs.

6 Ways To Keep Your Big Dog Agile
6 Ways To Keep Your Big Dog Agile

If you’re the owner of a big dog, you may not think of agility as being something you would need to concern yourself with. “Agility” in this context is not...

6 Ways To Keep Your Big Dog Agile

If you’re the owner of a big dog, you may not think of agility as being something you would need to concern yourself with. “Agility” in this context is not...

Is Your Dog Overweight?
Is Your Dog Overweight?

Is your dog overweight? It’s a question, that if you haven’t asked yourself or more importantly your veterinarian, you probably should. #BigDog issues arise, in many cases, when a dog...

Is Your Dog Overweight?

Is your dog overweight? It’s a question, that if you haven’t asked yourself or more importantly your veterinarian, you probably should. #BigDog issues arise, in many cases, when a dog...