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.
Puppies are naturally curious and rambunctious. They tend to get into everything and want to use their sharp little teeth as often as possible. Unfortunately, that might mean a destroyed pair of shoes. But, if your pup chews on something too hard, it could end up damaging or breaking a tooth! What should you do…
Dog’s have millions of olfactory receptors in their noses. Olfactory receptors are tiny molecules that work to produce smells. We humans have an average of 400. Talk about a difference. When utilized, a canine’s sense of smell can sniff out a bomb, alert you to an intruder, detect a fire, and find their favorite treat,…
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If you’ve begun to notice that your dog’s backside has a strange, fishy odor, there’s no immediate cause for alarm, but it’s still good to know what’s causing the smell and what you can do about it. The fishy smell emitted from your dog’s butt comes from their anal glands, sometimes referred to as anal…
If you have a new puppy in your family or have ever had a dog before, you may be wondering about your canine’s behaviors. One thing dog owners often get concerned about is the kind of noises their pet makes and what they mean. If you’ve heard your dog huffing, you may be wondering, “Why…
Everyone sneezes. And since dogs are walking noses, it makes sense that they might sneeze more than humans. But whereas we tend to sneeze only when necessary, dogs often sneeze in all kinds of unlikely situations. Maybe you notice your dogs sneezing during play or in the middle of greeting their favorite person. These behaviors…
Dogs biting their tails is a common problem, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a cause for concern. If your dog is biting his tail, especially on a frequent or even constant basis, there must be an underlying problem causing the behavior. Tail biting can also lead to injury and infection. There are several potential…
As a dog owner, you know that your pup loves adventure and getting into everything. However, if you are not careful, your dog can end up with worms due to these adventures. Worms can cause several health issues for your dog, and they can even lead to death. If you are about to start deworming…
If you have a dog, you probably know that dogs don’t often like sour tastes. This sour taste, of course, includes lemons and lemon water. If you’re like many people, you may drink lemon water for its health benefits. Your own tastes don’t mean that lemon water will benefit your dog. While a small amount…
Have you found that your pup is often staring out into space or spending a lot of time chewing or destroying his toys? Or did your dog start barking a ton in recent weeks? These might be common signs of a bored dog. Yet, there may be other reasons for your dog’s behavior, such as…