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.
![Why Does My Dog Lay On Me? [5 Reasons]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/dog-sleep-chest-768x768.webp)
Aside from dog treats, walks outside, and playtime at the dog park, your dog looks forward to spending quality time with you. Dogs generally like being close to their owners. While some are more independent than others, many dogs become their owners’ shadows, constantly following them around and getting as close to them as possible. …
![Why is My Dog Dumb? [How to Test in 4 Steps]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/can-dog-be-dumb-768x538.webp)
Dogs are man’s best friends. They’re local, loving, and most of them are so smart you can count on them to get out of any sticky situation. They’re also fairly adept at learning clever tricks. Are you looking at your dog who’s just run into the glass door and can’t help but wonder why your…
A dog that loves to play outdoors is bound to pick up a tick at some point in time. Ticks can really harm adult dogs and puppies – and need to be dealt with ASAP. Let’s chat how to remove a dog tick without tweezers (and why). The nature of the beast (why dogs will…
![Puppy Ate a Sock [What To Do]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pug-sock-thief-768x432.webp)
Puppies of all breeds are renowned for getting into things they probably shouldn’t be getting into… and eating them. And socks are one of the usual suspects. But what do you do if a puppy ate a sock? Does a dog’s weight and stomach size influence the next steps? All dogs enjoy chewing, and eating…
There is unquestionably a bark load of benefits to be gained from bringing a dog into your life, however they can also require a good amount of maintenance, and attention. Sometimes even when you brush them constantly, you can’t seem to get rid of those deadly knots. Solution? A DIY dog detangler homemade solution. An immediate…
There are a variety of options available when it comes to the best hypoallergenic treats for dogs, however choosing the right ones without busting the budget is tricky. The reality of it is that there are actually a plethora of affordable options that can help to prevent allergies from flaring up. Typically hypoallergenic dog…
![Why Does My Puppy Eat Rocks? [Dog Eating Rocks Behavior Explained]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/why-puppy-eats-rocks-768x538.webp)
If you hear a puppy crunching on stones and rocks it is alarming. CRUNCH! Why does my puppy eat rocks? Are they sick? How can we stop this behavior? Puppies have a tendency to get up to mischievous acts, which is why it’s so important to keep an extra-close eye on them at all times. …
![Why Does My Dog Stare At Me? [The Truth About What It Means]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/strong-dog-stare-768x538.webp)
You’ve seen them- your dog is staring at you like they’re trying to bore a hole through you. Why is the puppy eye balling you? What are they looking for? I’ll tell you everything there is to know about this strange phenomenon, from where it comes from (hint: nature) to how to make it stop…
![Why Do Dogs Bark In Their Sleep? [Facts]](https://www.oodlelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/labrador-sleeping-outdoors-768x512.webp)
If you’ve ever owned a dog, you have probably experienced the odd bark, howl, or twitch during their nap time. But why do dogs bark in their sleep? While it may seem strange (and undoubtedly cute at times), there is actually a reason for it. Researchers have found that human sleep cycles, and dog sleep…