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The PetDT Editorial Team manages and maintains our library of legacy pet care content. With experience across a wide range of pets, including dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and reptiles, the team works to review and improve older articles so they remain accurate, clear, and helpful for everyday pet owners. As PetDT continues updating inherited content, articles credited to the Editorial Team will be reviewed by Mike or Melissa during the update process.
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Dealing with respiratory issues is a relatively common problem that many people experience. Seeing that it’s common in people, would it be safe to say that respiratory issues are common in our beloved dog companions? Well, the answer is yes, but it’s not something to be immediately worried about. Every time you cough o
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“My dog can’t stop scratching – what now?” Suddenly your dog can’t leave their mouth alone. Something is bothering them, but what? Itchiness and irritation can be incredibly frustrating to your dog because they can’t always relieve it by scratching. Those paws aren’t as dexterous as human hands. A dog with an issue wit
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Looking for an intelligent dog who gets along really well with children? Then, the French Bulldog is something that you should go for! French Bulldogs, also known as Frenchies, are toy-sized versions of the Bulldog curated in England. The breed became really popular in Europe, especially France, and hence got their nam
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Does your dog love to run and play? Do you worry about your pet pooch’s safety when they’re off the leash? Playtime is important for any dog. Make sure to train dogs in your yard with some sort of fencing system. A wireless fence is a great option! This system includes a transmitter (e.g., radio wave) and receiver (dog
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Dogs experience random bumps, lumps, and knots all over their bodies. It’s stressful when we can’t ask them about it; does it hurt? When did this show up? The good news is that bumps on your dog’s body – paws included – have a lot of explanations that don’t involve scary diagnoses. So if you find something like your do
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Skin tags on a dog can show up just about anywhere on the body. In some cases: It’s no big deal – a skin tag is not in itself a health concern for your dog. What about when a skin tag presents itself in an awkward spot on your dog? If you notice your dog has a skin tag on their eyelid, that’s understandably concerning.
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Here’s a scenario most pet parents are familiar with: Your fur baby lovingly rubs their head against you. You enjoy the affection, only to realize they were using you as a tissue. Now, you have some lovely dog eye goop on yourself. Thanks, Fido. Don’t get too upset with your dog for this etiquette blunder. After all, t
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Are you planning to bring home a Miniature Goldendoodle as an addition to your growing furry family? Well, you won’t regret getting one! But of course, there are things you have to know first before getting a Mini Goldendoodle. Just like when you head out to the supermarket and go food shopping, you can’t just put all
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A shivering dog isn’t necessarily a cause for great concern, though proper measures must be taken just in case. A healthy dog acts in a certain way: he’s happy, energetic, breathes normally, eats quite a lot, has a normal weight, shiny hair and doesn’t stand out by having an unpleasant smell. A dog owner must look afte
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Many dog owners think of puppy training as a long and arduous task. But, the short-term struggles can equate to long-term benefits. Your dog will learn more than a few manners once you train it to sit, stay, and more. Here are four benefits that you shouldn’t disregard when training your puppy: A Deeper Bond With Your
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Puke is a fact of life when you have a dog. Usually: A dog vomiting has a benign explanation: car sickness, anxiety, mildly upset bellies, eating too much grass. The situation is different and more concerning when dealing with foul-smelling dog vomit. It’s gross, it’s not fun to clean, and the first thing that pops int
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Dogs don’t wear shoes every time they step outside – surely, there are consequences for taking on the world barefooted? As you probably already know: Dog paws are surprisingly resilient against nature and the elements, as they were designed to be. So if you realize your dog’s paws are peeling, you may wonder where you
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Ever wonder why your dog’s preferred sleeping spots are a little quirky? Dogs can seemingly get comfy in some awkward and amusing places – including on your head. If your small dog or puppy is displaying this behavior, it doesn’t raise many issues aside from being a little confusing at times. If you have a large dog wh
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Skin conditions exist with dogs as much as they do with humans. The biggest difference? Depending on the breed, dogs have a layer of fur or hair covering their skin, making it harder to notice changes in their skin. However, sometimes something that’s impossible to miss pops up on your dog. Skin tags, for example, are
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So your dog thinks your sweater collection is really their personal bed. Your laundry basket? The perfect place to have an afternoon nap. What about the closet? According to them, it’s a safe haven and cozy burrow. Your dog might be going so far as helping themselves to clothes on shelves, hangers, or even drawers – by
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The Goldendoodle is a ‘crossbreed’ of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle, two dogs that are highly regarded for their smarts. They were first bred in the 1990s in North America and Australia and are often called Golden Poos, Groodles, and Goldie Poos. Goldendoodles are friendly, highly intelligent, active, and make great
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Dogs communicate with people despite being unable to talk. Their heads, ears, vocalizations, and even tails tell us a lot about how they’re feeling, provided we are willing to listen. One thing most people understand about dogs is aggression. Thanks to evolving alongside members of the canine family for generations, hu
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As humans, we’re not supposed to play favorites. Not with children, coworkers, or siblings. What about dogs? Dogs, on the other hand, don’t play by our rules. If you think about it, it’s not a big surprise. Dogs sniff each other’s butts – and lick their own bottoms. They also do things like drink from the toilet and ea
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Even if you only have one dog, your backyard can quickly turn into an obstacle course of dog waste. We’ve been there: Throw a couple more pups into the pack, and the yard becomes impossible to navigate without stepping in something unpleasant. We understand! Regular cleaning of your yard is necessary when your dogs hav
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Naturally, as pet parents, you want to know what food is best for your precious dogs. Just walk down your local grocery aisle, and there is a myriad of dog food, all promising to be the best on the market. With so many choices out there, how does one know where to begin? The truth is, sometimes, the answer to this does
