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.
Awww….you got a puppy! That’s great, puppies are a lot of fun. But as any dog parent knows, puppies are also a lot of work! Adopting a puppy will give you unrivaled affection, love, and the perfect companion. However, with all this excitement comes a lot of responsibility. The first 24 hours and the first…
Dogs are creatures of habit, and once they have an “oopsie” in the house, they’ll tend to mark over their own scent, which is not good news for your rugs and carpets! And try as you might, even when you can’t smell the scent of pee, trust us, it’s there. Dogs have a formidable sense…
It’s a question every pet owner has asked at some point: will my male dogs get along? The answer is that it depends on a variety of factors, including their personalities, energy levels, and past experiences. If both dogs are laid back and low-key, they’re likely to get along just fine. However, if one dog…
If you’ve ever seen your dog open and close his mouth repeatedly, you might have wondered what he’s doing. This behavior is often called “gaping,” and it’s usually perfectly normal. It’s not like he’s trying to eat something or panting for breath. In fact, he does it even when there’s nothing around to sniff or…
Have you ever noticed your dog kicking its back legs after going to the bathroom? While it may look like they’re simply trying to wipe away any remnants, there’s actually a bit more to it than that. Believe it or not, dogs kick their back legs for lots of reasons. For one, it could be…
Keeping your dogs’ beds washed is imperative for their hygiene and wellbeing. It’s very easy to forget or dismiss it. However, this can lead to problems for your pup and your home. Dogs are very adventurous by nature, and that leads to them being in various environments. Unfortunately, in these environments, they can quickly pick…
Dogs give plenty of cues to explain what they’re thinking and feeling. Some hints are apparent, such as wagging their tail to express happiness. However, if your pup repeatedly bows down and stretches out, you’ve likely wondered a few times, “Why does my dog stretch when he sees me?” One second he’s excitedly running around…
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Have you ever seen a dog with extra fluff on their backside or a lot of junk in the trunk? If you have, you may have wondered if dogs have butt cheeks. Don’t worry, you’re not alone as many others have asked the same odd yet valid question: do dogs have butt cheeks? I think…
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If you’ve just welcomed a five-week-old puppy into your home, congratulations! Puppies are loads of fun, but they also require a lot of care. One of the most important things you’ll need to take care of is your puppy’s nutrition. Daily Puppy Feeding Schedule Time of Day Feeding Action Morning (7 AM) Feed 1/4 cup…