Category: Dog Guides
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Why Is My Dog Scooting Their Butt on the Floor?
You are sitting on the couch. Your dog walks into the room, sits down, and suddenly drags their butt across the carpet. It is funny for about two seconds. Then you start wondering: “Why are they doing that?” A lot of people immediately think of worms. But that is not always the reason. Dogs may…
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How Much Water Should a Dog Drink Each Day?
Some dogs seem to visit the water bowl every five minutes. Others take a few drinks here and there and barely seem interested. So how much water is actually normal? The answer is not quite as simple as one number. A dog’s water needs can change depending on their size, diet, activity level, environment, and…
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Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere?
You get up from the couch. Your dog gets up too. You walk to the kitchen. They are right behind you. You go to the bathroom. Still there. Sometimes it feels like you have a little four-legged shadow following you from room to room. A lot of people call these dogs “Velcro dogs.” But why…
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Why Is My Dog Licking Their Paws?
At first, paw licking can seem harmless. Your dog comes inside, lies down, and starts licking one paw. Then maybe another. A few minutes later, they stop. That can be completely normal. Dogs groom themselves, and sometimes they lick their paws after walking outside or getting something on them. But when the licking becomes frequent,…
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Dental Disease in Dogs: Signs, Stages, Treatment, and How to Prevent It
Most dog owners notice bad breath before they notice anything else. Sometimes it is easy to dismiss it as just “dog breath.” But persistent bad breath can be one of the earliest signs that something is happening inside your dog’s mouth. Dental disease in dogs is extremely common. According to the American Animal Hospital Association,…
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Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs: Schedule, How Often It’s Needed, and What Owners Should Know
If your dog goes to daycare, boarding, grooming, training classes, or spends a lot of time around other dogs, you have probably heard of the Bordetella vaccine. Many owners simply know it as the “kennel cough vaccine.” But that name can be a little misleading. Bordetella bronchiseptica is one of several organisms that can contribute…
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Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads When We Talk to Them?
You say something to your dog. Maybe it is: “Do you want to go for a walk?” And then it happens. Their ears perk up. Their eyes stay fixed on you. And their head slowly tilts to one side. It is one of those dog behaviors that almost instantly makes people smile. But what are…
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Why Does My Dog Kick the Grass After Pooping?
You know the moment. Your dog finishes pooping, takes one or two steps forward, and suddenly starts kicking the ground like they are trying to destroy the lawn. Grass flies. Dirt goes everywhere. And if you are standing in the wrong place, sometimes it comes straight at you. It can look like your dog is…
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Dog Not Eating? When to Worry and When to Call the Vet
Most dog owners know their dog’s normal eating habits pretty well. So when a dog suddenly walks away from the food bowl, it can be hard not to worry. Sometimes a dog simply eats less than usual for a short time. But a change in appetite can also be one of the first signs that…
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How to Introduce a New Puppy to Your Older Dog
Bringing home a new puppy can be exciting. But if you already have an older dog, the experience may feel very different for them. You may imagine the two dogs meeting, sniffing each other, and becoming best friends right away. Sometimes that happens. But often, it does not. And that is completely normal. Dogs need…