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.
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…
When you adopt a dog you are welcoming it into a loving home. You gotta wonder though – will your rescue bond with you? Do dogs miss their previous owners? Dogs can develop deep connections with their owners over a relatively short period. It doesn’t take long for most of these animals to feel at…
If you heard your vet throw out the word “withers” during your dog’s check-up or you’re trying to register your pet for showing, you might be scratching your head, wondering, “What are dog withers?” Dog withers is a muscular area that sits between the top of a dog’s shoulder blades. Most people learn about withers…
When you go to a breeder or rescue to adopt a puppy, you may be drawn to the smallest one in the litter. But have you ever wondered what it means when a puppy is dubbed the “runt of the litter?” Contrary to popular belief, being the runt doesn’t necessarily mean that a puppy will…
Dogs seem to like the taste of some strange things, grass included. Some might have a little chew on it every now and then but suddenly eating grass like crazy can cause some concern for owners. If your dog isn’t usually the sort to eat grass and develops a sudden and intense interest in it,…
There are a lot of things our dogs do that make us scratch our heads and have to do some problem solving to get to the bottom of. I personally wish I could just ask my dog why he likes to drag his jowls along our glass doors to dry off his excess slobber. He…
While evil and good are completely contrary, it is difficult to differentiate the two. Because of the demeanor they create and portray, evil people are frequently misidentified as good. At times, incorrectly judging a person can lead to a tragic incident in your life. Only by distinguishing between evil and bad will we be able…
Having a dog is one of life’s greatest joys but can also lead to stress. You might be tempted to worry whenever your pup does something new or unexpected. Is that normal, or is it a sign of something more? You may even ask yourself, “Why does my dog dig on my bed?” Dogs can…