Articles by JoAnna Lou

JoAnna Lou

JoAnna Lou is a New York City-based researcher, writer and agility enthusiast.

health
Water Hemlock Poisoning in Dogs
Pet parents, watch out for a common — but deadly — plant.
Pet parents, watch out for a common — but deadly — plant.
lifestyle
Intimate Guide to Kayaking with Dogs: Tips, Safety, and Adventure Ideas
Bring your pup with you on your next adventure.
Bring your pup with you on your next adventure.
lifestyle
Planning a Pup-Friendly Road Trip
Your dog is your favorite person anyway — why not plan the perfect vacation with them?
Your dog is your favorite person anyway — why not plan the perfect vacation with them?
health
Understanding Limber Tail Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Seeing your pup’s normally perky tail go limp can be unnerving, but it’s really nothing to panic about.
Seeing your pup’s normally perky tail go limp can be unnerving, but it’s really nothing to panic about.
lifestyle
6 Travel Destinations For Dog-Friendly Winter Fun
It’s time to dust off your skis and snowshoes, pack your dog’s cold-weather gear, and let them (safely) jump headfirst into a snow drift.
It’s time to dust off your skis and snowshoes, pack your dog’s cold-weather gear, and let them (safely) jump headfirst into a snow drift.
health
When Drinking Too Much Water Is Deadly
How to keep your swim fan safe.
How to keep your swim fan safe.
health
Sweet But Deadly: Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs Is on the Rise
Hmm, sugar sugar. Pet Poison Helpline veterinary toxicologist Dr. Ahna Brutlag explains how this artificial sweetener can be fatal for your pet.
Hmm, sugar sugar. Pet Poison Helpline veterinary toxicologist Dr. Ahna Brutlag explains how this artificial sweetener can be fatal for your pet.
behavior
How to Help Thunder Phobic Dogs
Tips for comforting your pup during a storm.
Tips for comforting your pup during a storm.
lifestyle
Maremma Sheepdogs: Penguin Protecting Pups
The Australian pups that keep predators away.
The Australian pups that keep predators away.