Health & Care
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Is Dog Burping Normal?
Do dogs burp? If dogs do burp, does dog burping sound similar to human burping and does dog burping happen for the same reasons?
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What to Know About Your 2-Year-Old Dog
What can you expect, physically and emotionally, once your dog hits 2 years old? Find out why 2 is a pretty fun age for dogs!
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How Long Are Dogs Pregnant? Dog Pregnancy and Dog Gestation Period
How long are dogs pregnant? And what are the signs that a dog is expecting? We run down the basics of the dog gestation period and dog pregnancy.
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Mange in Dogs: Let’s Talk Causes and Treatments
Mange in dogs encompasses several skin conditions caused by mites. Here are the causes and the treatments for this canine health issue, plus find out what dogs are more at risk for mange.
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8 Tips for Year-Round Dog Paw Health
From prevention through treatment, we've got advice for optimal dog paw health year round.
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Is Your Dog Limping? Here’s Why & How to Help
Is your dog limping? Does a limping dog need to see the vet? Here are some reasons for dog limping — and how to help a dog who’s limping.
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Mastitis in Dogs — Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
What exactly is mastitis in dogs, and why does it occur? How is mastitis in dogs diagnosed and how do you help a dog with mastitis?
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What to Know About Yeast Infection in Dogs
Yeast infection in dogs can arise when naturally occurring fungi reproduce out of control. Learn more about causes, symptoms and treatment options for yeast infection in dogs.
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Frito Feet — Here’s Why Your Dog’s Paws Smell Like a Popular Corn Chip
The weird odor of Frito feet in dogs arises when microscopic organisms proliferate due to diet, environmental conditions and irregular hygiene.
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Hypothermia in Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment and How to Prevent It
Freezing temperatures and wintry weather isn’t just dangerous for us humans. Colder temperatures mean issues for our canine friends, too. What is hypothermia in dogs and how do you recognize it? How can you stop it from happening in the first place?
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Antifreeze Poisoning in Dogs — What You Need to Know
Antifreeze poisoning in dogs is serious and can unfortunately even be fatal. Learn the signs of antifreeze poisoning in dogs and how to hopefully avoid it in the first place.
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Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tails?
Dog tails, woo-hoo! Why do dogs wag their tails? Why do dogs have tails in the first place? And what are they made of? Let's learn!
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Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?
Do dogs have belly buttons? If dogs do have belly buttons, where are they located and how can you find your dog's belly button? Is a dog's belly button ever cause for concern?
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Dug Up at Dogster: 10 New Dog Dental Teeth Cleaning Products
Today’s dog dental teeth-cleaning products are easy to use and even fun. Brush up on some of the freshest dog dental teeth-cleaning products for dogs and dog lovers!
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How to Trim Dog Nails — Safely
Want to try clipping your dog's nails at home? These detailed directions on how to trim dog nails will help you keep your pup happy and pain-free during the process.
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Hot Spots on Dogs — Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Here’s how to help (and help prevent!) when your dog is suffering from acute moist dermatitis, a.k.a. hot spots on dogs.
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Using Coconut Oil for a Dog’s Itchy Skin
Coconut oil for a dog's itchy skin? Here’s how it cleared up one dog’s skin condition, thanks to its antiviral and antibacterial properties. Coconut oil for dogs has a myriad of other uses as well. It also tastes great, and we’ve got a dog-treat recipe to prove it!
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Let’s Talk Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs — Can You and Should You Use It on Your Pooch?
Apple cider has been touted as a sort of miracle remedy for humans … but can you use apple cider vinegar for dogs? And if apple cider vinegar is safe for dogs, how and when should you use it?
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Why Do Dogs Chew Their Feet? Reasons Why and What to Do
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.
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New Drug Shows Promise for Dog Dementia
New drug Ropesalazine may help dogs with canine cognitive dysfunction.
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Dog Digestive System Basics — How Long Does it Take for a Dog to Digest Food?
Let's explore the basics of the dog digestive system, like how long does it take for a dog to digest food? How long does food stay in a dog’s stomach? Where does you dog’s digestion actually take place?
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Your Dog Ate a Chicken Bone — Here’s What to Do
Eek! Your dog ate a chicken bone! What do you do next? Find out how to handle a dog who ate a chicken bone and why most bones are bad for dogs in the first place.
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Is Your Dog Peeing a Lot? Should You Worry?
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?
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Bad Dog Breath — 8 Home Remedies
Bad dog breath isn't normal — it's a sign of an unhealthy mouth. Try these home remedies for bad dog breath to turn those puppy kisses from smelly to sweet.
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Dog Pooping Blood? Here’s What to Do Next
A dog pooping blood calls for medical attention, but before you call your vet, make sure that the red stuff you're seeing is, in fact, blood. Here's how to determine if it's blood in your dog's stool — or something else.
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Dogs in Heat: 9 Things to Know
Let's talk dogs in heat — What should you do if your dog is in heat? And what are the signs of a female dog in heat in the first place? Do dogs know when they're in heat?
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Researchers 3D Print New Skull for Dog with Cancer
A 3D-printed skull plate saved the life of one dog with a multilobular osteochondrosarcoma tumor.
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How to Tell If a Puppy Is a Boy or a Girl
When a litter of puppies is whelped, you may be wondering how to tell if a puppy is a boy or a girl. Here are some helpful tips on how to figure out a puppy's gender.
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Dog Coughs After Drinking Water — What’s Going On
If your dog coughs after drinking water, let's examine three potential health issues that could be at play and what to do about each.
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My Dog Sleeps All Day — Is It Normal?
Ever thought, "My dogs sleeps all day"? You're not alone. 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.
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