Very few things in this world beat going for a road trip with your canine best bud. Whether it is a 5-minute zip to the grocery store or a cross-country adventure, there’s always something about taking a drive with some choice tunes playing on the speakers and the wind in your hair. Aside from that…
Tonsils play a critical role in preventing bacteria and viruses that enter the mouth/nose from getting into the lungs. While they’re part of the immune system, tonsils can sometimes be troublesome. If you’ve ever had tonsillitis, you can tell how painful it is. You experience a sore throat, trouble swallowing, a stiff neck, and a…
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Dogs have a well-earned reputation for being messy eaters. They’ll pretty much put anything in their mouths, from sticks and stones to garbage and, well, you know. But have you ever wondered why your dog spends so much time licking their butt? Everyone’s got that one gross thing they do that they wish they could…
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We’ve all been there; a source of stress pops into our minds, and no matter what we do, we can’t let it go. Dogs aren’t called man’s best friend for any old reason! Sometimes, our canine friends will experience agitation too, and just like us, they’ll have a hard time relaxing. If your dog is…
Eyes rolling back? Seeing anyone’s or anything’s eyes roll back into their head can be terrifying. It is a phenomenon straight out of a horror movie that you don’t want to watch by yourself with the lights off. We are programmed to see signs like eyes rolling back and immediately raise flags of concern. Seeing…
There are many reasons why your dog might be licking the base of its tail. While some are cause for concern, many are harmless or easily treatable. Some reasons can be as simple as your dog being bored, while the behavior might also indicate serious hormonal imbalances. So, why is your dog licking the base…
Having a dog that won’t poop outside is frustrating, given that it means they must be pooping inside. So, when you’ve cleaned up one too many accidents in your home after taking your dog for a walk, you’re likely wondering—why won’t my dog poop outside? Many factors come into play for dogs not pooping outside,…
It’s worrying when your dog has diarrhea. You’re wondering what’s wrong with them and whether they are sick. But it’s even more distressing when your pup seems to only have diarrhea at night. Not only is that a problem for him, but it also disturbs your sleep (and is messy to deal with!). So, what…
Every dog owner has probably noticed their pup doing something odd now and then. Tail chasing, butt scooting, and head shaking are typical, albeit bizarre, doggie behaviors. One behavior that tends to raise more concern than others is when your dog has a trembling bottom jaw. While many things often have an immediately evident cause,…