Author: Melvin Peña
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Tail Biting in Dogs — What Are the Causes?
Is your dog biting, gnawing or chewing at the base of her tail? Allergies, injury, infection and stress are among the causes of dog tail biting or tail chewing.
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Let’s Talk Dog Humping — Why Do Male Dogs Hump Other Male Dogs?
Why do dogs hump? Puppies begin humping each other early, and if it's not trained out of them, the behavior can develop into a habit or signal serious medical problems. Let's talk dog humping and answer questions like, "Why do male dogs hump other male dogs?"
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Can Dogs Eat Pumpkins? What About Other Fall Vegetables?
Cooler weather means fresh fall fruits and veggies! Can dogs eat pumpkins? Can dogs eat other fall-favorite veggies like apples, sweet potatoes, oats, green beans and kale?
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Does Your Energetic Dog Have a Case of Frapping or Dog Zoomies?
Why is your dog running around the house after a bath or a walk? It could be something known as frapping or the zoomies. Let's take a closer look at this behavior.
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Do Dogs Cry Tears? Let’s Discuss Dogs and Crying
You may have noticed that your dog sometimes produces tears. So, why do dogs have tears? Do dogs cry tears for emotional reasons, like humans do? Let's talk more about dog tears, including what types of tears dogs produce.
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What to Know About Pancreatitis in Dogs
Pancreatitis can affect a dog's ability to properly digest and process food. Let's learn more about symptoms, treatment and prevention for pancreatitis in dogs.
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How to Prevent Bloat in Dogs
Bloat in dogs is a serious digestive issue that could result from a dog eating too much or gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV), which involves a twisted stomach in dogs. Here's what you need to know about symptoms, treatment and prevention of bloat in dogs.
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Can You Put Neosporin on Dogs? What to Know About Neosporin on Dogs
Can you put Neosporin on dogs to treat a minor wound, cut, or scrape? Can you put Neosporin on dogs' stitches or sutures? What happens if a dog licked or ingested Neosporin? Let's answer some common questions about Neosporin for dogs here.
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Lyme Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Lyme disease is caused by bacteria transmitted through tick bites. Here are symptoms, treatment options and prevention tips when it comes to Lyme disease in dogs.
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Dogs Who Don’t Shed: Separating Fact from Fiction
Are there truly any dogs who don’t shed? Not exactly, but there are some low-shedding dogs that we'll look at right here.
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Can Dogs Eat Strawberries, Grapes and Apples?
Before you share fruit with Fido: Can dogs eat strawberries and can dogs eat apples? What about grapes or mangoes? Fruits that dogs can (and can’t!) eat.
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Why Is Your Dog Sneezing?
Why do dogs sneeze? Is dog sneezing caused by allergies like human sneezing? Come find out what causes sneezing in dogs — and when to be concerned.
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How Many Teeth Do Dogs Have? The Answer to That and Other Questions About Dog Teeth
In honor of National Pet Dental Health Month, we review important questions about dog teeth, like how many teeth do dogs have?
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How to Diagnose and Handle Dog-Food Allergies
Dog-food allergies are tricky to diagnose — and it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what’s triggering your pup’s allergic reactions. Here are a few pointers.
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Why Do Dogs Scratch Their Beds?
Have you ever noticed your dog burrowing, scratching and circling before he settles down in a sleeping spot? Let’s look at why dogs scratch their beds.
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Hypothyroidism in Dogs — Why Does It Happen and Can You Treat It?
Hypothyroidism in dogs, or underactive thyroid in dogs, affects metabolism, energy and physical appearance. Learn more and find out what you can do.
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What Are the Best Farm Dogs?
The best farm dogs do more than watch sheep. Pastoral dogs excel at herding, guarding, ratting, as well as providing companionship.
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Do Dogs Dream — And What Do Dogs Dream About?
Brain activity during sleep suggests that dogs do dream, but what dog dreams are about is less certain.
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Tapeworms in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Tapeworms in dogs are parasitic flatworms that grow to maturity inside a dog's small intestine. How do dogs get worms? And how do you treat worms in dogs?
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What Are Dog Dewclaws For, Anyway?
Are dog dewclaws the same as dog thumbs? Why do dogs have them? And what if your pup has them on his hind legs or even double dewclaws on his front paws?
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Walking With a Dog Harness Instead of a Collar Will Change My Dog’s Life
I'd always clipped the leash to my dog's collar, but two impassioned harness advocates convinced me to switch.
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Why Do Dogs Pant?
Why do dogs pant in the first place and how exactly does dog panting help your dog stay cool? Let’s find out!
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Can Dogs Cry and What Exactly Is Dog Crying?
Do dogs cry tears like humans do, or for the same reasons? Do dogs have tear ducts at all? What exactly is dog crying? Let's find out!
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Can Dogs Eat Cheese? How About Other Dairy Products?
Can dogs eat cheese? What about milk, eggs, ice cream and yogurt? Find out what dairy products your dog can eat — and which ones to avoid!
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Dog Years to Human Years: An Inexact Science
Converting dog years to human years depends on many factors, including size, breed and health.
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Why Is Your Dog Eating Grass? 4 Reasons
Is your dog eating grass? We’ve uncovered four reasons why, plus tips on how to curb this behavior.
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Come See the Cutest Photos of Doberman Puppies
Let's talk about Doberman puppies — and look at really cute photos of them while we're at it!
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What Causes Abnormal Dog Stool?
How familiar are you with your dog's poop? Observing its typical shape and color can help you recognize and isolate the causes of abnormal dog stool.
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How Long Do Dogs Live?
How long do dogs live? The average dog life span depends on several factors, most importantly weight and size.
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Why Dogs Lick People
Dogs lick often and for some reasons that might surprise you. Let’s review!
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