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.
Whether you live on a farm or you have backyard chickens, you may have noticed your dog eating chicken poop on the ground. Unfortunately, some dogs seem to eat just about anything, of which chicken feces is one of the more unpleasant choices! In this article, we’ll review why your dog is eating chicken poop,…
![Can Dogs Swim in Saltwater Pools? [Expert Advice]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/can-dogs-swim-in-saltwater-pools-2-768x553.webp)
Do you love to spend time in the water and want your favorite pet to enjoy the same activity? Whether you love going for a swim in the ocean or you recently installed a saltwater pool in your home, you can get your dog to jump in the saltwater alongside you or your kids. Are…
![My Dog Is Pacing and Won’t Lie Down [5 Reasons Explained]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/my-dog-is-pacing-and-wont-lie-down-1-768x576.webp)
“Help! My dog is pacing and won’t lie down!” That’s a common concern we see from dog owners – especially first-time pet owners who don’t know what that might mean. It can be worrisome to see your dog pacing nonstop. However, it’s important to understand why. Usually, your dog will pace around and refuse to…
![Can Dogs Eat Brie Cheese? [Toxic Risk?]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/can-dogs-eat-brie-cheese-1-768x553.webp)
If you’re a dog owner, you probably love to share nibbles of your food with your pup. Of course, some foods are toxic for dogs, but it’s difficult to remember which ones. Can dogs eat brie cheese? Dogs can eat tiny bites of brie cheese but shouldn’t have too much of it. Like many soft…
If you’re a dog lover like me, you only want to give your pooch the very best. You’ve asked the vet for advice on dog foods, and you’re careful to give your canine companion healthy and nutritious foods. But, sometimes, your dog wants a special treat. Remember that time you opened canned chicken to make…
Being a dog owner is much more challenging than we often think. We forget that dogs are complex creatures and have their own kinds of body language and ways of communicating. If you notice your dog displaying body language you’ve never seen before, it’s a good idea to learn about it and what these signals…
![Dog Pads Peeling [What to Do]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dog-pads-peeling-1-768x553.webp)
It’s not every day that your dog’s pads start to peel, but when it does happen, it can be a cause for concern. So what steps should you take if your dog’s pads begin to peel? Dogs spend a lot of time running and walking on their paws in all sorts of environments, so it’s…
If your dog is having diarrhea, you might be a little concerned. After all, any signs of illness in a dog can mean something much more serious if it’s not taken care of. However, if your dog is acting fine and doesn’t seem to be in pain, what does that mean? There are several reasons…
![Dog Vomit Smells Like Poop [Help!]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/dog-vomit-smells-like-poop-1-768x553.webp)
It is not a pleasant experience for dogs or their owners when a dog falls ill and begins to vomit. This experience can be especially disagreeable when the vomit has a very pungent smell. While a strong scent is not entirely uncommon for a dog that is having issues with its digestive system, it does…