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English bulldogs are one of the few breeds recognizable from their short stumpy tail and wrinkled skin. Seeing as not all dogs are born with short tails, this can lead people to wonder whether English bulldogs are born with short tails or whether they have been docked. Docking is an illegal practice in the UK, so you m
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It is not an uncommon sight to see a dog left outside a store while the owner has gone to buy some goods. Of course, the location and circumstances have to be safe to do so but all dog owners are made to believe that we can’t take our furry friends into stores with us. While this is true of most stores, some are more d
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Ah, the trouble of being a dog lover who is full of allergies. It’s not a fair world as it is, but especially if your body literally repels you away from owning a lovely fur baby. Whether you have allergies or another family member does, this doesn’t mean you can’t get a great dog that is ideal for families. Many small
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Seeing our beloved furry friends in pain is never pleasant, especially when there feels like there’s nothing we can do. Constipation is a common ailment in dogs, and whilst you may feel totally helpless, there are a number of things that you can do to help matters. Often, a simple dietary change or a digestive system b
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It’s often quite a long road to getting the Bernedoodle of your dreams. But if you’re ready, where are you going to get the dog you want? People don’t necessarily know where to source a Bernedoodle or a Mini Bernedoodle once they’re ready to commit to the grooming, the walking, and the training this intelligent breed d
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Biting is a natural behavior for puppies and should be expected as they are growing up. They are likely to grow out of this biting behavior as they get older. We go into more detail about the reasons why puppies bite below. Do not be alarmed if you notice your puppy biting you or objects around your home. There are man
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This is a question that has intrigued humans for many years. So much so that in 2001 a team of researchers at the Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition decided to do something about it. They created a jumpsuit for dogs with a special hole for the tail. We know you’re going to want to see it, so here it is. The dogs had to w
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Our canine companions are especially communicative creatures. Using their bodies (and quite often their bark!), they will very easily tell anyone around how they’re feeling. Traditionally, if their tail is between their legs, it isn’t good. For instance, if you were to describe a human friend coming to you “with their
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A single grape can kill a dog, but this is unlikely. If your dog weighs under 10 pounds, ingesting a single grape is a real cause for concern. The larger your dog gets, the less likely it is that a single grape can be fatal. Regardless, grapes and raisins are very toxic to dogs, and you should never allow your dog to e
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Yes. Some dogs do have the ability to kill a human, and some have. But the best way to prevent attacks by these dogs from happening is to always ensure that dogs are kept in a secure yard, inside a house, or on a strong leash. Unfortunately, not every dog owner does this, which increases the likelihood of a fatal attac
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Coonhounds, as the name suggests, were bred to hunt for raccoons. There are many different breeds of coonhound. They include the black and tan coonhound, bluetick coonhound, Plott hound, and the redbone coonhound. They are an American-English breed with a stubborn temperament and a huge amount of energy. They have very
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If you’re lucky enough to have a staffy, aka an American Staffordshire Bull Terrier, you might be familiar with a behavior known as a puppy sit, frog sit or lazy sit. Your furry friend might sit in a way that looks like they’re cross-legged with paws touching. This is usually seen mostly in older dogs, as it can indica
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As your dog ages, you may notice some cloudiness in its eyes. This can be a normal and expected occurrence in senior dogs. Seniors dogs are a lot more vulnerable to eye conditions so you must make sure that you don’t ignore the issue, and consult a vet before the issue worsens into a more serious disease. A common age-
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Although they’re not harmful in any way, tear stains can cause your pup to have a permanently woeful expression and can emit an odd odor if left undealt with for too long. Luckily, tear stains can be removed pretty easily. There are plenty of products currently on the market which claim they can remove tear stains and
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You may have started to notice that your dog has started trying to nibble on your nose as of late. It’s never aggressive – it’s usually just playful little nibbles with the front teeth and a quick lick! A lot of dogs do this, but many owners aren’t quite sure of the reasons why. Up until recently, we didn’t know either
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Even if you don’t necessarily see it explained in scientific terms, you’ll see the effects that dog urine can have on the health of trees all over your local area, whether that be a town or city, on the sidewalk, outside apartment buildings, or in any of the parks you live by. You should be able to work out from this t
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Yes, they do! In fact, many huskies don’t seem to shut up! Siberian huskies are an incredibly talkative breed. This doesn’t mean that they bark a lot. They actually bark much less than most other dog breeds. Siberian huskies prefer to howl, yap, whine, and ‘talk.’ They use all of these different sounds to communicate d
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I have good news and bad news. The good news is huskies rarely bark. The bad news is that they fill the barking deficit with a whole range of weird and wonderful sounds. Most dogs bark to draw your attention to something, or to scare off intruders and threats. Some dogs may also bark when they are distressed or nervous
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Miniature Pinschers will tend to weigh between 8 and 11 pounds. They are small dogs with huge personalities and buckets of energy. The best way to feed them is to give them 2 smaller meals per day. Experts tend to recommend around ½ ounce of dog food for each pound of body weight. It is very dangerous to their health i
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When a dog suffers with separation anxiety, this is not only tough for the owner, but it is very stressful for the dog too. It is important to note that separation anxiety can occur with all types of dogs and is not limited to a specific breed. However, there are some breeds that can struggle with separation anxiety mo
