Vitomalia blog

Neutering a dog is an important decision that should be well thought through. Early castration in particular carries risks: it can affect your dog's health, ...

The moment we decide to get a puppy is emotionally charged. That is exactly what makes it vulnerable to systems that work with cuteness, availability, and st...

Anyone looking for a dog trainer today is entering a market with no clear front door. In Germany, there is no state-regulated training program, no protected ...

Retrieving is a behavior chain made up of picking up, holding, bringing back, and releasing. We explain why interest in prey alone is not enough and how to b...

At first glance, routines may seem unspectacular – and that is exactly what makes them so valuable in dog training. Recurring, predictable processes are, for...

A Collar is one of the few pieces of equipment a dog wears practically every day — in the garden, on walks, in the car and sometimes even at home. Precisely ...

Collar or Harness — few equipment topics are discussed as emotionally in everyday dog life. Camps form on social media. Collar users are sometimes criticised...

When a dog reacts aggressively, it usually does not take long before the first question is asked: Who is to blame? The dog owner, because they made mistakes?...

Introduction The question comes up in our practice with a regularity that is almost touching: “Lui, Paulina – is our dog allowed to sleep in the bed now, or ...

Shelter dogs vs. pedigree dogs — the debate that is often conducted with more heat than most election campaigns. On one side, the clear demand: “Adopt, don’t...

Hardly any nutrition topic is as polarizing as vegan dog feeding. On one side are ethically motivated dog owners who want to live their values consistently. ...

calming signals – in the English original calming signals – are among the terms that have changed how our society sees dogs over the past twenty years. Sudde...

Dominance theory played a significant role in dog training for a long time. Dominance refers to asserting one’s own will over other individuals in order to s...

The blog post "Should leash requirement and mandatory muzzles apply to all dogs?" examines whether a general regulation on leash requirement and mandatory mu...

Many dog owners correct their dogs, but often without knowing how to do it in a way that is truly effective and fair. Incorrect corrections can negatively af...

Our blog offers an informative overview of the development of dog clothing, from its origins in antiquity to modern fashion. We explore how cultural and hist...

In this blog, you’ll learn which dogs can benefit from a coat due to their coat type, age, and health. We explain how you can tell whether your dog is cold a...

When a dog shows aggressive behavior, the situation quickly becomes morally charged. The dog is seen as difficult, the dog owner as overwhelmed or negligent....

This blog post is dedicated to the common issue of diarrhea in dogs, examines possible causes, and presents various home remedies. In addition to background ...

Rest and stress have a major impact on a dog’s body. While sufficient rest periods reduce stress and support recovery, chronic stress and elevated cortisol l...

Having nothing to do can sometimes be quite a lot to do. When people think of activity and enrichment and exercise, many immediately think of movement, playi...

This blog article covers the dangers of overheating in dogs during the summer months and how to recognize the signs. We also share a recipe for homemade dog ...

In this blog post, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the Body Condition Score (BCS). Find out how to assess your dog’s body condition and determ...

Learn how to enjoy a relaxed and safe car journey with your dog. Our tips help you prepare, choose the right equipment, and keep your dog occupied during the...

Dogs often experience touch more as a punishment than as a reward. Learn which situations make touch unsuitable as a reward, how to recognize calming signals...

In this blog, you’ll learn everything you need to know about finding the right balance between rest and activity for your dog. We explain how much sleep dogs...

In Part 3 of our series on restlessness and stress in dogs, we look at the causes and reasons behind stress-related behavior. We explain the effects of chron...

The American Pit Bull Terrier is a breed that is often misunderstood because of its history. In this blog post, we take a closer look at the origins of this ...

This step-by-step guide shows you how to check your dog for ticks, which areas ticks particularly prefer, and how to remove ticks safely to help protect your...

Removing ticks from your dog is an important step in minimizing the risk of infection. In this blog article, we provide a step-by-step guide to removing tick...

In this blog article, we compared various natural alternatives to chemical tick repellents for dogs. We looked at the effectiveness of essential oils such as...

Chemical tick protection for dogs is available in various forms, including spot-on products, tick collars, and tablets. Each method has its own advantages an...

This guide covers everything about ticks in dogs, how you can protect your dog, and which tick prevention measures can help.

Your dog is aroused – the heart is racing, the eyes are flickering, the body is tense. In exactly this moment, many people think of a term that keeps circula...