Does your dog freak out at night and bark, howl, and whine incessantly? He or she might be suffering from night anxiety, a fairly common condition in many nervous dogs. Anxious dogs have it rough, the poor things, and night anxiety is not a standalone problem but rather, a jigsaw puzzle piece that fits into…
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…
Spaying your dog has the immediate and obvious benefit of avoiding an unwanted pregnancy. Does spaying calm dogs down, though? Will it control her hormonal fluctuations? Does getting your dog spayed mean she will be more easily controlled and listen to you? In most cases, spaying will “take the edge off” dogs and modify overly…
As dog lovers, we always want to know what’s happening with our pets. Just like other pets, dogs can have a variety of issues. One of the most common questions many dog owners have asked is, “Why does my dog’s pee smell so bad?” The condition can be frustrating to deal with at times. But,…
With an ever-increasing movement toward humans eating more whole, healthy foods, many dog owners are turning to their pets and thinking about how they should revamp their food. Fillers, preservatives, and meat byproducts are all harmful items that many processed dog treats include. So, I’ll give you the low-down on how to make homemade dog…
If your dog likes to eat from your hand instead of their bowl, you’re probably wondering why this is. The most likely explanation is that your dog views you as a food source and feels more comfortable eating from your hand than from their bowl. This behavior is often seen in puppies who were weaned…
It’s not uncommon for dogs to enjoy the occasional nibble of cat food. In fact, many commercial brands of cat food are pretty similar to dog food in terms of ingredients and nutrition. However, there are a few good reasons why you might want to discourage your dog from eating cat food on a regular…
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…