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It is natural that you want to take care of your dog's health so they will remain by your side. Check out this starter guide to your dog's health
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Dogs of all sizes can see themselves as lap dogs. In many cases of dogs sitting on people, size is no issue – at least in the mind of the dog. Big dogs and small ones alike don’t discriminate when it comes to sitting on you (or standing on you, for that matter). Anyone with a large-breed dog knows that they don’t under
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Most pet parents have seen it – their dog suddenly turning the lawn into an afternoon snack. Picture this: The popular belief is that dogs eat grass to settle their stomachs, induce vomiting, or both. A dog gagging and eating grass would certainly reinforce the theory that they’re doing it because of an upset tummy. Th
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Every pet parent will deal with the problem at one point or another – doggie diarrhea. You already know that sometimes, despite all the precautions you might take, there are things beyond your control that can lead to your dog or puppy getting a bout of diarrhea. We feel you: Sometimes it has to do with food and allerg
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The creatures we share our homes with certainly have some interesting quirks. Whether you are a new puppy parent or have had dogs in your life for years, some of their behaviors can seem puzzling. The problem can be communication: When we can’t verbally engage with our dogs, getting to the root of some odd habits is di
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As pet owners, we spend a lot of time petting, playing with, and cuddling our dogs, becoming familiar with what’s normal and unusual about their bodies. This includes their temperature. When a dog feels abnormally cold or hot to the touch, it can be concerning. One common question pet parents have is: What does it mean
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Elderly dogs and young puppies alike have the occasional accident where you least want it to happen – inside. Even adult dogs can sometimes have a slip-up that results in a yellow stain on your carpet. Cleaning up dog urine isn’t a pleasant way to spend your day. Dog pee is smelly, and messy, and it’s time-consuming to
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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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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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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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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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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
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Your dog keeps licking their lips and swallowing – for many pet parents; this is the first tell-tale sign there’s about to be a big mess on your floor. Dogs tend to lick and swallow excessively right before they vomit. You know the drill; you either pull them by the collar away from carpeted areas or grab the nearest b
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How often do you take a peek inside your dog’s mouth? Many pet owners only get a good look in their dog’s mouth when they have to pry some unacceptable food from the gaping maw. And we get it. That mouth of teeth isn’t something many of us want to get our fingers near, even with the gentlest dogs. But did you know that
