If you’ve ever discussed dog poop clean up with friends, acquaintances, or even strangers, you’ve probably encountered many very strong opinions. Most vocal are pet parents who believe firmly in cleaning up after pets every time their four-legged friends use the bathroom. In fact, people who don’t even own animals feel strongly about cleaning up […]
Thinking of getting a dog for your child? Really? I love children – they’re so much fun! I’ll bet your children are excited for a forever friend, but they also probably have a lot of questions about us. They’ll probably wonder things like: What will it feel like to own a dog? How often do […]
If you’ve noticed that your dog seems to be using the bathroom with urgency and much more frequently, or if her feces are liquid or very loose, your dog is experiencing a bout of diarrhea. A tell-tale symptom of diarrhea is frequent loose – or even liquid – bowel movements. Also, diarrhea might last for […]
If you read our post yesterday on dog constipation, you might be wondering if we have any thoughts on safe dog laxatives to help your pet. Good news! Here are a few things you can try at home to help your dog unload their bowels safely. Exercise: Believe it or not, consistent exercise […]
Is your dog having a hard time going to the bathroom? Has it been a while since your four-legged friend has used the facilities? Wondering why Fido seems uncomfortable and is straining while trying to defecate? Chances are, your pooch may be constipated. First, let’s define dog constipation. Constipation is infrequent or difficult defecation. […]
When you’re upset, how do you process your feelings? Many pet parents are attuned to their four-legged friend’s feelings. They can inform you whether their dog is feeling happy or feeling down. But there’s often debate on the following: Do dogs cry like humans? Does your dog actually release tears from his eyes when […]
Have you ever been told that dogs are able to see the world around them only in black and white, or that they’re able to see only in shades of gray? This is far from the truth! Do dogs see in color? Yes! Dogs are able to see a variety of colors, though not as […]
If you’re reading this, you have either an innie or an outie. In fact, you most likely have an innie, as approximately 90% of humans are reported to be “innies.” But how about your pets? Have you ever wondered “Do dogs have belly buttons?” We asked some of our puppy-parent friends, and the majority think […]
Why does my dog smell like fish? The answer to that question may surprise you Have you noticed that your furry friend has developed an odor recently? Does the odor smell strongly of fish? Unless your dog has the opportunity to rub herself all over the floor of a fish market, there’s a good chance […]
There are many reasons why your dog’s eyes may develop a condition in which they appear light- to bright red. This color change can be caused by an injury, illness, or even possibly a disease. It’s important to pay attention to changes in your pet’s body so that you can report to your veterinarian any […]
