For most of us our dogs and puppies are family members. From diet and nutrition, through to grooming and paw maintenance – there are so many different elements of dog health. Chris and the Oodle Life team are passionate about dog wellbeing. We have written a wide variety of topics such as what to do when a dog licks their paws all of the time – and can dogs eat pork? Whatever your question – we got you.
Have you ever watched your dog at mealtime only to see them scarfing down their kibble like they have been starving for weeks? Do you find it hard to believe they’re chewing before swallowing when they eat this fast? If you’ve ever wondered, “Do dogs chew their food?” you’ve come to the right place! Most…
It can be difficult to figure out when the best time is to separate a puppy from its mother. But, animal experts tend to agree that puppies should not be separated from their mothers any earlier than 8-12 weeks. While every situation is different, this is a great rule to follow if you’re unsure about…
Whether your puppy is helping themselves to your herb garden more than you are, or it’s fall, and you’re raking up piles of leaves, you might be concerned if they seem to turn leaves into a full-time snack. Puppies eat leaves for many reasons, including for fun, because of a nutritional deficiency, and because they’re…
If you recently brought a puppy into your household then you are all too familiar with their high energy levels and exuberance for life. They vacillate between being charming in the moment and a four-legged nuisance. That’s never more true than when the vexed question of male aggression comes up. There are all kinds of…
Training your dog to behave well can be a challenge. Some dogs will growl, snap at the air, or bite when you try to move them. Minimizing aggressive responses in your dog is vital to a happy, healthy life for you and him. It’s happened to me before: when he was about twelve months old,…
Dog owners know that certain dogs will try to eat anything and everything. If your pup has gotten into something he shouldn’t have, you may be scouring the web to see if what he ate was safe or not. One common spice found in household pantries is cumin. An aromatic seed closely related to parsley,…
Have you ever wondered: “why does my dog want me to hold his paw?” Dogs will offer their paw to owners for several reasons, ranging from a sign of affection to signaling an emergency. Keep reading to learn all the reasons your dog gives you its paw! Dominance Many dog interactions revolve around asserting dominance…
We all know that water is essential for dogs (and humans, too!). But what about sparkling water? Is it safe for our furry friends to enjoy a refreshing can of La Croix or Topo Chico? Let’s find out! Sparkling water is made by infusing water with carbon dioxide gas under pressure. While this might make…
Every dog has its own personality and habits unrelated to the breed or gender. And just like for humans, sometimes we don’t have an explanation for why they do what they do or behave as they do. But some of their behaviors can usually be tracked and we can find an explanation for them. For…