The Labrador retriever is the most popular dog breed the #2 dog breed in the United States. Why? Labs are intelligent, they learn quickly, and they are naturally friendly. They make great working dogs and wonderful household pets. While we often think of the iconic yellow Lab, black is actually the most common color for …
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For us humans, breaking a nail is a pretty mundane accident; it’s more irritating than painful. If you break your nail at the cuticle, though, it will hurt a lot and you can expect quite a bit of blood. Similarly, if your dog separates their nail from the quick it can be very painful for …
People often say dogs can’t tell us how they are feeling, but that’s not strictly true. While they might not be able to speak to us, dogs are constantly signaling with their body language what they are thinking and feeling, like when they put their ears back. If you take the time to learn your …
If you’re looking for the best mixed breed dogs, it’s important to understand the parameters around your search. The correct answer is it depends Let me explain. I personally am the proud owner of a mixed breed dog. His name is Wally and he’s a medium sized Feist mix, but I’m not sure what else …
If you have a dog, canine diarrhea is probably a relatively regular occurrence. Their different digestive system means that certain foods can upset their equilibrium, resulting in a loose and runny stool that is unpleasant to clean up but nothing to worry about. You’ll need to know what you can give your dog for their …
If your dog has been in an accident or seems unwell, you will want to rush them to the vet to get them the help they need. But what about when your dog seems generally well and happy? How often do you need to take them to the vet just for a routine check-up? The …
We all know that children tend to get ear infections pretty regularly, but the same is true for dogs. The shape of their ear canals means they are more prone to developing ear infections than humans, and if they have long floppy ears that cover and close their ear canals, they are even more prone …
Dogs’ bodies work a lot like human bodies. For example, if they eat too little, they can feel tired and lethargic. In young dogs, a lack of proper nutrients can stunt their growth, and in older dogs, it can accelerate health issues. Feed your dog too much, however, and they can become overweight. This can …
Most pet parents know how important it is to take care of their dog’s teeth, but actually doing it can be a challenge. The first step in the process is to understand your dog’s teeth, which aren’t all that different from your own. So, in today’s article, I will be looking at just how many …
If you have had your dog since they were a puppy, you might mark their birthday on your calendar, or at least the day they came to live with you every year. Did you know that all shelter dogs are given the same birthday? Shelter dogs all celebrate their birthday on August 1st. If you …