The rivalry between dogs and cats is a tale as old as time, forever etched in stone as mortal enemies. They are so fundamentally opposed that they have earned a reputation as fierce rivals, and after all, the phrase “fighting like cats and dogs” didn’t come from nothing. Cats are more reclusive and like doing…
On a hot summer’s day, the last place you’d think to find your dog sprawled out in total bliss and panting away is in direct sunlight in 90-degree heat. Yet some dogs, like humans, have the makings of a bona fide beach bum. These are the dogs that would choose to lie in the sun…
Who would have thought flying grass would be typical? It is practically a daily occurrence! You take your dog out to go potty, and suddenly from behind the bushes, tufts of bright green grass go whizzing through the air all around your pooch, who is looking mighty proud of himself. What gives?! If your dog,…
At some point, most dog owners will experience their dog at their side, seemingly non-stop. While it can be cute and endearing at first, over time, it may wear on your nerves or even cause you to trip if their presence is unexpected (I know this has happened to me more than once early in…
There are fewer things as heartwarming as cuddles with your dog. But if they constantly want to be by your side and have physical contact, it might get you wondering—why does my dog always have to be touching me? Dogs always want to touch their owners for several reasons, ranging from wanting to shower you…
When your dog is feeling its most relaxed, you may have noticed it sucking on a favorite sheet or chew toy as if nursing. This confusing behavior has many owners asking their vet: why does my dog suck on blankets? If your dog is sucking on blankets, clothes, or toys, it’s usually not a cause…
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It’s a hot summer day, and your eyes are darting between your dog and vanilla ice cream cone. You know that vanilla won’t hurt them, unlike chocolate. But then you think back to your childhood when you’d gulp down an ice cream cone and have searing pain from brain freeze. So, can dogs get brain…
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Dogs have many unusual behaviors. Some can be sweet, others are funny, but some, like destroying their beds, are irritating. We’ll break down some of the most common reasons why dogs destroy their beds and offer solutions to help you curb this canine habit. Why Do Dogs Destroy Their Beds? There are a variety of…
Dogs are such funny creatures. Some of them have the strangest habits. For example, some dogs like to lie down to eat. It’s as if they’re saying, “I’m not going to stand for this. I’m going to sit/lay down and take my time with this meal.” But, on the other hand, maybe they’re just trying…