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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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Seeing your dog lap up urine will probably make you take pause and think, “what the heck?” It’s not a socially acceptable behavior among people, but dogs don’t exactly abide by the same social norms we do. They sniff each other’s butts (or lick their own butt), they lick themselves in public, and sometimes they’ll drin
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Dog parents might be concerned if they notice something unusual about their fur baby’s bathroom habits. Pets don’t use the toilet, and that can make it challenging to keep an eye on changes in their urine. Many pet parents still keep a close watch for things that might be out of the ordinary. So what is a dog mother or
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Everyone has to abide by household rules – pets included. Using the bathroom where appropriate is vital to keeping harmony in the home. What happens if your dog refuses to go to the bathroom outside? Or rather, they don’t seem to make it to the yard before letting go of their bladder? You’re not alone: This is an issue
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How often do you check out your dog’s urine? Sounds gross, right? We’re not suggesting you get down on the ground with a magnifying glass every time your pup pees. However, you should be paying attention to what your dog’s urine looks like. Why you ask? Dogs can’t tell you when something is wrong with them, at least no
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When nature calls, it’s best not to ignore it, right? It’s easy to forget the importance of bathroom schedules when people can take a break whenever they need to. On the other hand, our dogs rely on us to provide access to the toilet. Whether it’s the backyard or the park, it’s all on us to make sure our fur babies hav
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Does your dog like to follow you to the bathroom? It’s awkward, but their way of letting us know they care. And pet parents should return the favor. Getting up close and personal with your dog’s bathroom habits might seem uncomfortable. However, it’s one of the best ways to catch symptoms of something troubling your do
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So your dog has a urinary issue – now what? Aside from any medications your vet has prescribed, you might need to switch up your dog’s diet. Even if your dog has to endure a round of antibiotics to clear any infections, revamping their diet can help prevent infections from recurring. Why is that important? Many urinary
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Your dog might be in diapers for a variety of reasons. Various stages of life, injuries, or illnesses can all mean you have to resort to diapers to avoid a mess in the house. It might be an easy solution for several issues, but do you know how to use dog diapers to your advantage properly? More on this in a bit… What i
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Your dog just went to the bathroom, and you find something unusual – mucus in their urine. Yikes, right? The presence of mucus or pus in the urine is certainly strange and understandably alarming. So what does it mean when you find pus in dog urine, and should you be concerned? It can mean a few things, and although it
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Dogs have many ways of letting us know something is up with their health. On the other hand: They can’t tell us exactly what is going on the way another human can. Then how can a dog let us know when there’s something different with their health? This is where you, the pet parent, come in. See also: Dog Peed on My Bed
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Australian Cattle Dog, ACD, and Blue Heeler – several names for one dog breed. Poodles can be Standard, Miniature, and Toy – all size variations on one distinct breed. What about when their genetics combine to make a hybrid? What exactly do you call that, and what are those dogs like? You’ll probably hear them referred
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Your four-legged baby is the top dog when it comes to the sense of smell – they can perceive smells beyond what any human could hope to detect. That doesn’t mean we can’t tell when our dog is extra stinky. Strong smells can be a part of daily life with a pet. From their breath to their temper, we learn to live with unu
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The Blue Heeler goes by a few names – Australian Cattle Dog, ACD, or Cattle Dog. When the Blue Heeler is one-half of a hybrid dog, there are even more interesting titles for them. You might have heard of a Cowboy Corgis, a Poodle Heeler mix, or a Border Heeler. These are just a few of several hybrid possibilities. So w
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A unique mixed breed that dog lovers might encounter is the Boxer German Shepherd mix. These two large breed dogs can combine into a truly incredible hybrid. On the one hand, you have the German Shepherd dog, or GSD for short. They are among the most lovable, loyal, and beautiful breeds. Their high intelligence and eag
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Are you searching for a companion dog? Mixed breeds are rising in popularity now that the purebred trend has lost a lot of steam. What better to keep you company than a small dog that will be good, a great companion, and low-maintenance at the same time? Look no further than a Terrier Poodle mix. Small and easy to care
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Mixing two dog breeds always carry some uncertainties. There can be some interesting outcomes when you mix two drastically different breeds. What color will they be? How big can you expect them to grow? How much will they take after each parent? A Chihuahua Rottweiler mix is one of these instances where anything is pos
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Take the Queen of England’s favorite breed of dog – the Corgi. Add one Australian Cattle Dog, and what do you get? That’s a question with many answers. As with any hybrid dog, genetics can be unpredictable, and the result can be different in every case. Heelers and Australian Cattle dogs are interchangeable – Australia
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Have you ever given your dog’s ears a pet and found them to be cold to the touch? Or perhaps they rest their head on you, and their ears feel cold to the touch. If a dog has cold ears, you might be concerned about them – especially if they seem to be particularly frosty. But this isn’t typically a cause for alarm and f
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Most of us have dealt with our own acne or skin issues at one point or another. But have you ever had to contend with dog acne or dog blackheads on their belly? If you’re a dog parent, you might have encountered some spots or blackheads on your dog’s skin. Or maybe you’ve found some black spots on your dog’s stomach, a
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One vital question all pet owners must ask themselves before treating their dogs for gas: are you sure your dog is responsible for those smells in the room? Let’s put pride aside for a moment and face facts – everyone has blamed it on the dog at least once. But if you’re sure your beloved pup is feeling extra gassy, yo
