Parasites can cause our beloved pet dogs a great deal of discomfort. Intestinal worms in particular can wreak plenty of havoc inside a dog’s body. Some of the more concerning side effects of a worm infestation include dehydration, nutrient deficiencies, and weight loss. Simply put, your dog’s wellbeing is at risk if they have worms. …

The first days of a dog’s heat cycle are characterized by bleeding. Most pet owners share a widespread misbelief that their dogs cannot get pregnant during the first days of their pet’s heat cycle. The issue of noticing their pets are in heat and what to do during this period is a common concern for …

Many dog owners use their pets as a garbage disposal After all, why throw food out when your dog can benefit from the nutrition? However, this raises questions about when the food isn’t ok for your dog to eat.  Can dogs eat food left out overnight? I have to admit, I’ve fed my dogs some …

Do you have a female dog? If you are not planning on breeding her, make sure that you have her spayed- it can prevent a whole host of health issues and complications. Allowing your dog to go without being spayed means, at some point, she will go into heat, which can have some nasty repercussions. …

We all know dogs lick different things, from our faces, a spilled drink on the floor, and everything in between. But what about a wound? If you have multiple dogs in the household, chances are eventually one of them will have an injury. Whether the lesion was from horseplay with each other or they got …

For years, they taught us that it was best to only feed our dogs once per day. It seemed a little strange, but that’s what the professionals said, so that’s what we did. However, now, they say different. Now, professionals are saying that it is not good for your dog to eat only once a …

Pet parents spend a significant amount of time worrying about their canine companions. Your dog can’t tell you what’s wrong, so when you see signs of a potential health issue, it can be scary. In many cases, nose foaming isn’t anything to worry about. However, there are some dangerous potential causes, including poisoning and rabies.  …

There will always be aspects of the animal kingdom that puzzle and shock human beings. We live in awe of other species, and we constantly strive to understand how they think, function, and evolve.  Dogs have been our faithful companions for centuries. We rely on them for unconditional love and loyalty. Not only are they …

When you walk over to fill your dog’s bowl and find something that shouldn’t be there, it can be disturbing. When your dog poops in its bowl, you may be alarmed or worried, and you wonder what it means. What could be wrong? Is your dog sending you a message? Could your puppy be ill or angry with you? …

If your dog has been growling and licking you at the same time, this post will show you likely reasons why and what you can do about them. So, why does my dog growl and lick me at the same time? Likely reasons why your dog growls and licks you at the same time are …