You’ve seen it happen—whether on the Internet or in real life with your precious pup—a dog running up to another dog who looks just like them! It often becomes part of a larger feel-good story about the dog finding its long-lost littermate. This anecdote leads to the question… do dogs recognize their own breed? Let’s…
There are many reasons why your dog might be licking the base of its tail. While some are cause for concern, many are harmless or easily treatable. Some reasons can be as simple as your dog being bored, while the behavior might also indicate serious hormonal imbalances. So, why is your dog licking the base…
Things change rapidly when your four-legged companion brings new life into the world. A fresh litter of puppies means a lot of extra work, plenty of attention, and tons of cuddles. The joy of having new puppies around is simply the best. Even though your faithful companion is probably a little uncomfortable, she’s doing a…
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Some dogs are diggers, and some dogs are jumpers. Either method works to get to the other side of the fence when no one is looking. Speed, agility, strength, and endurance are genetic markers in dogs. After all, that adorable couch potato pooch sprawled out on the sofa has a 99.9% DNA match to wolves. …
Whether you’re tired of sinking your hard-earned money into your local groomer or eager to let your artsy ways shine, grooming your dog at home is a wonderful option. However, many dogs don’t enjoy grooming, and one of the biggest mistakes newbie groomers make is not restraining (or properly restraining) their dogs for fear of…
Having a dog that won’t poop outside is frustrating, given that it means they must be pooping inside. So, when you’ve cleaned up one too many accidents in your home after taking your dog for a walk, you’re likely wondering—why won’t my dog poop outside? Many factors come into play for dogs not pooping outside,…
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After a long day at work, there’s nothing like crawling into what you think is a set of clean sheets, only to find that your hand lands in slobber. So, once you rule out your kids or a leaking roof causing the problem, you’re likely eyeing your pup and wondering, “Why does my dog lick…
Swimming is a great way to exercise your dog, keep them cool in the summer, and have fun. But when is the right time to introduce your puppy to the pool? How old should puppies be before going swimming? Most people wait until their puppy is at least six months old before taking them swimming….
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Boston Terriers are often considered high-energy dogs, but this breed is not known for being hyper. Boston Terriers have a lot of energy and sometimes exhibit behaviors that seem like they could be classified as hyper, such as jumping up on people or running around the house at full speed. However, these behaviors are more…