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.
Dogs eat everything. But can they eat poppy seeds? Are pippy seeds toxic? As a dog expert, I get asked all kinds of “can dogs eat” questions about dogs. You are not alone in wondering! But your quick answer is – no dogs cannot eat poppy seeds. They are considered toxic and should form NO…
The perplexing question of how many litters a dog can have, or, to put it another way, how many babies can a dog have in a single go when they are in peak health? For the sake of our new parents, let’s take a step back and look at what a dog litter is. A…
![Why Is My Dog Leaving Little Poop Balls? [Explained]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/why-is-my-dog-leaving-little-poop-balls-768x512.webp)
Dogs are one of the best things in life. They offer us companionship, love, and security. But, unfortunately, they also sometimes leave us little presents in the form of poop balls. There are a few possible explanations if your dog is leaving behind small stool balls. One possibility is that your dog is constipated. They…
As any responsible pet owner knows, what you feed your dog has a significant impact on their health. That’s why it’s so important to take the time to review the ingredients in your dog food and make sure that they are getting the nutrition they need. With so many products on the market, it can…
![How To Get Rid of Bad Puppy Breath? [5 Ways]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/how-to-get-rid-of-bad-puppy-breath-768x512.jpg)
Dental care is an essential part of your responsibilities as a pet owner. Like humans, dogs can develop dental disease, tooth decay, and other issues. Bad breath is often the first symptom you’ll notice. While some degree of puppy breath is normal, taking steps to prevent bad dog breath will improve your pet’s overall dental…
![Why Does My Dog Rub Against Me? [Surprising Reasons!]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/why-does-my-dog-rub-against-me-768x512.jpg)
Most people like seeing their dog being so loving when they interact with them, yet this behavior can go overboard at times. Whatever your feelings on dogs rubbing themselves against you are, you’ve undoubtedly pondered: Why does my dog like to rub against me? There are a few different reasons why your dog might be…
We all know that dogs like to lick their paws. But have you ever wondered why they do it? According to a recent study, there are actually several reasons why pups lick their paws right before going to sleep. For one, it helps to clean their fur and stimulate their nerves. This can reduce anxiety…
![When Can a Puppy Eat Dry Food? [Age Guide]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/when-can-a-puppy-eat-dry-food-768x512.jpg)
Puppies are so cute and cuddly, and it’s hard to believe they grow up so quickly. When puppies first come into the world, all they want is to crawl up and nestle against their mother’s body heat (if she’s there). They’ll also be breastfed or drink formula to get the benefits they need for fast…
Yes, dogs can eat a tiny amount of black pepper, but it doesn’t imply they enjoy it. In fact, the aroma of black pepper and cayenne pepper repels dogs. Mine sure don’t like it! Some dog owners even use these spices as anti-chewing deterrents. So, why would you want to give your dogs anything seasoned…