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Why are the dumbest dog breeds considered to be less intelligent than other breeds? Are these canines just the breeds who are harder for humans to train?
- February 10, 2023
Why are the dumbest dog breeds considered to be less intelligent than other breeds? Are these canines just the breeds who are harder for humans to train?
Jealousy was once considered a strictly human emotion, but some people think dogs feel it too.
- October 22, 2021
Jealousy was once considered a strictly human emotion, but some people think dogs feel it too.
Let’s be clear. Dog lipstick is a euphemism for dog penis, and most people don’t like seeing it. But is a dog lipstick sighting ever something to bring to your vet’s attention?
- May 5, 2021
Let’s be clear. Dog lipstick is a euphemism for dog penis, and most people don’t like seeing it. But is a dog lipstick sighting ever something to bring to your vet’s attention?
Why do dogs dig in their beds? Circling, scratching and digging are all things dogs do before settling into bed. Are these dog-nesting behaviors instinctive?
- May 4, 2021
Why do dogs dig in their beds? Circling, scratching and digging are all things dogs do before settling into bed. Are these dog-nesting behaviors instinctive?
What does it mean when a dog lifts a paw? A dog paw lift can convey everything from anticipation to anxiety. Let’s learn how to tell the difference.
- March 29, 2021
What does it mean when a dog lifts a paw? A dog paw lift can convey everything from anticipation to anxiety. Let’s learn how to tell the difference.
Why do female dogs hump? Female dog humping is a common behavior. Male or female dogs might grind on toys, legs and other dogs for a few different reasons.
- March 23, 2021
Why do female dogs hump? Female dog humping is a common behavior. Male or female dogs might grind on toys, legs and other dogs for a few different reasons.
Dealing with a fearful dog is a challenge. Here are six great tips on how to cope with a nervous dog from a dog mom who parents a truly scared dog.
- March 23, 2021
Dealing with a fearful dog is a challenge. Here are six great tips on how to cope with a nervous dog from a dog mom who parents a truly scared dog.
Here’s everything you want to know but didn’t want to ask about the dog penis — from why the lipsticks come out to dog penis discharge.
- March 4, 2021
Here’s everything you want to know but didn’t want to ask about the dog penis — from why the lipsticks come out to dog penis discharge.
Why do dogs howl? It starts with wolf ancestry, but there are many reasons why dogs howl. Let’s review some of the reasons for a dog howling right here.
- February 27, 2021
Why do dogs howl? It starts with wolf ancestry, but there are many reasons why dogs howl. Let’s review some of the reasons for a dog howling right here.
What makes a breed naughty? And which ones are tops on the list?
- February 12, 2021
What makes a breed naughty? And which ones are tops on the list?
Is your dog restless at night? Aging, anxiety and lack of exercise are some of the common causes. Here’s some help in getting him to rest (so you can, too).
- February 4, 2021
Is your dog restless at night? Aging, anxiety and lack of exercise are some of the common causes. Here’s some help in getting him to rest (so you can, too).
Zoomies in puppies and dogs might sound funny — and usually they’re silly and harmless! But, why do the dog zoomies happen and could they ever put your pup in danger?
- February 1, 2021
Zoomies in puppies and dogs might sound funny — and usually they’re silly and harmless! But, why do the dog zoomies happen and could they ever put your pup in danger?
Does your dog ignore you? Do you think your dog isn’t listening to you, or maybe you’ve just got a stubborn dog on your hands? A pro shares tips on training a dog who doesn’t seem to listen!
- January 25, 2021
Does your dog ignore you? Do you think your dog isn’t listening to you, or maybe you’ve just got a stubborn dog on your hands? A pro shares tips on training a dog who doesn’t seem to listen!
If you have a restless dog, his pacing and waking up during the night could be caused by many different medical and behavioral issues.
- December 1, 2020
If you have a restless dog, his pacing and waking up during the night could be caused by many different medical and behavioral issues.
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.
- November 9, 2020
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.
If your dog ate a sock, here’s what happens to that sock and when you need to see the vet. Plus, not sure if your dog swallowed a sock? Here are some of the signs.
- October 28, 2020
If your dog ate a sock, here’s what happens to that sock and when you need to see the vet. Plus, not sure if your dog swallowed a sock? Here are some of the signs.
Dogster writer Laura Yeager shares how her dog appeared to hold a grudge, what her family did about it and looks into the science behind if dogs hold grudges.
- September 15, 2020
Dogster writer Laura Yeager shares how her dog appeared to hold a grudge, what her family did about it and looks into the science behind if dogs hold grudges.
Many dogs circle or dig their beds before settling in; others groan when lying down. So, is dog groaning, moaning and sighing anything to worry about?
- August 4, 2020
Many dogs circle or dig their beds before settling in; others groan when lying down. So, is dog groaning, moaning and sighing anything to worry about?
We surveyed our Facebook community to get their tips on how to handle dogs and fireworks this summer.
- June 30, 2020
We surveyed our Facebook community to get their tips on how to handle dogs and fireworks this summer.
Should your puppy sleep in your bed with you? Going from a warm pile of littermates to a cold lonely crate can be traumatizing, so we think “yes.”
- June 28, 2020
Should your puppy sleep in your bed with you? Going from a warm pile of littermates to a cold lonely crate can be traumatizing, so we think “yes.”
Ever thought, “My dogs sleeps all day”? You’re not alone. How many hours a day do dogs sleep? If your dog sleeps all day, it might be normal … or not. We turned to the experts for insight into dog sleeping habits. This is what they said.
- June 25, 2020
Ever thought, “My dogs sleeps all day”? You’re not alone. How many hours a day do dogs sleep? If your dog sleeps all day, it might be normal … or not. We turned to the experts for insight into dog sleeping habits. This is what they said.
Why do dogs chew their feet? There could be a couple of different issues at play — and foot chewing or licking in itself could create even more problems.
- May 5, 2020
Why do dogs chew their feet? There could be a couple of different issues at play — and foot chewing or licking in itself could create even more problems.
Most dogs urinate every four to six hours, while puppies and senior dogs tend to go more frequently. So, is your dog peeing a lot and is it a cause for concern?
- April 27, 2020
Most dogs urinate every four to six hours, while puppies and senior dogs tend to go more frequently. So, is your dog peeing a lot and is it a cause for concern?
Our picks for best apartment dogs may surprise you. For example, large dog breeds like Great Danes make our list of best dogs for apartments!
- March 16, 2020
Our picks for best apartment dogs may surprise you. For example, large dog breeds like Great Danes make our list of best dogs for apartments!
Is your dog pacing frequently? Find out what can be causing you dog anxiety and stress.
- March 9, 2020
Is your dog pacing frequently? Find out what can be causing you dog anxiety and stress.
These five tips will help you understand why your dog is waking you and get you back to a full night’s sleep.
- January 10, 2020
These five tips will help you understand why your dog is waking you and get you back to a full night’s sleep.
Do raised hackles, a.k.a. the hair standing up on a dog’s back and neck, always convey aggression? Find out how to figure out what it means when your dog’s hair stands up.
- December 4, 2019
Do raised hackles, a.k.a. the hair standing up on a dog’s back and neck, always convey aggression? Find out how to figure out what it means when your dog’s hair stands up.
Aggressive behavior is an effective way for a dog to increase the distance between himself and something he perceives as threatening, either to himself or to a resource.
- November 8, 2019
Aggressive behavior is an effective way for a dog to increase the distance between himself and something he perceives as threatening, either to himself or to a resource.
Dogs can develop health problems that make them unable to urinate. Bladder stones are the most common cause. Some breeds, such as Schnauzers, Yorkshire Terriers, Bichon Frises and Pomeranians, are more prone to this. Underlying illnesses like Cushing’s disease and portosystemic shunts also increase the risk for stones, as does the presence of a urinary tract infection. Males seem to be at higher risk than females.
- September 26, 2019
Dogs can develop health problems that make them unable to urinate. Bladder stones are the most common cause. Some breeds, such as Schnauzers, Yorkshire Terriers, Bichon Frises and Pomeranians, are more prone to this. Underlying illnesses like Cushing’s disease and portosystemic shunts also increase the risk for stones, as does the presence of a urinary tract infection. Males seem to be at higher risk than females.
Few things are more annoying than the wet, sloppy sound of a dog licking himself when you’ve just crawled into bed.
- September 10, 2019
Few things are more annoying than the wet, sloppy sound of a dog licking himself when you’ve just crawled into bed.
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