Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Lick My Feet?
Dogs do things that we might not love, and licking our feet is one of those things. We should...
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Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Sniff People’s Privates?
Does your dog seem to always have his face in people’s crotches? Embarrassing, isn’t it?...
Why Does My Dog Follow Me To The Bathroom?
You will never pee alone again… We laugh at jokes and memes that declare how having a dog...
Why Does My Dog Stare At Me When He Poops?
You may have noticed that your dog keeps his eyes on you while he is defecating. It is not...
Why Does My Dog Growl At Some People And Not Others?
Dogs are always alert when someone new arrives on the scene. Your dog notices new people...
Ask A Vet: Why Is My Dog Scooting?
People think watching a dog drag his rear across the floor (aka “scooting”) is...
4 Things NOT To Do If Your Dog Gets Bitten By A Snake
There are venomous snakes out there and your dog is a nosy character. Let’s face it, he...
Ask A Vet: Why Do Dogs Hate Having Their Nails Trimmed?
Keeping our dogs’ nails trimmed helps save our floors and sometimes, our skin. It is also...
5 Reasons Dogs Eat Grass
Lots of dogs eat grass. Sometimes they eat and swallow it; sometimes they seem to just grab and...
Ask A Vet: Should I Give My Dog A Probiotic?
Everyone wants a magic bullet or something that will, in one fell swoop, stop aging or prolong...
Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Sniff People’s Privates?
Does your dog seem to always have his face in people’s crotches? Embarrassing, isn’t it?...
5 Reasons Dogs Eat Grass
Lots of dogs eat grass. Sometimes they eat and swallow it; sometimes they seem to just grab and...
Ask A Vet: Should My Dog Wear A Coat In Winter?
There are two camps of people in the world, dog people and… everyone else! I am only kidding,...
From The Vet: 3 Signs Your Dog Has A Fever
Fever is defined as a body temperature above the range that is considered normal for a healthy...
Hip Dysplasia In Dogs
Hip dysplasia is a concept that strikes fear for dog lovers. It is an important and common...
Diarrhea In Dogs
It is very alarming to notice blood in your pup’s stool. It is even more alarming if the stool...
Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Hate To Have His Nails Trimmed?
We all know how important it is to keep our dog’s nails trimmed. It helps save our floors and...
Canine Influenza: Things All Dog Owners Should Know
News of canine influenza has been spreading – much like the the virus itself. It’s...
Ask A Vet: Why Is Play Important For My Dog?
Everyone thinks play is fun, but did you know that play can actually change your brain for the...
Why On Earth Do Dogs Stare At You When They Poop?
You may have noticed that your dog keeps his eyes on you while he is defecating. It is not...
4 Things You Should Know About Your Dog’s Tail
We love every part of our dogs, including their tails. There are so many different varieties...
Ask A Vet: Does My Dog Need Sunscreen?
We are aware of the dangers of sun exposure for ourselves and we hear frequently about skin...
Ask A Vet: Why Is My Dog Afraid Of Children & What Can I Do About It?
Some dogs do not like children. Some are even afraid of them We adults know that children are...
Ask A Vet: Is Vaccinating My Dog For Rabies Worth The Risk?
This question is much more complicated than it may seem. First, let’s look at rabies as a...
Ask A Vet: Can My Dog Get Alzheimer’s Disease?
As our society ages and Baby Boomers reach their senior years, everyone is more likely to be...
From The Vet: 3 Things You Should Know About Your Dog’s Ears
We know that dogs have ears and in fact, the ears are sometimes the cutest part of their whole...
Ask A Vet: What Is A “Hot Spot” & What Can I Do About It?
It is the time of year when I start to see lots of skin issues. One of those is Pyotraumatic...
5 Things You Need To Know About Your Flea/Tick Preventative
Parasite products are not created equal, but if you don’t know to ask the right questions, you...
Ask A Vet: When Is My Dog Fully Grown?
Got a puppy? Wonder just when he is going to stop growing? It’s a common question that...
Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Always Stink Like He Needs A Bath?
Anyone who cuddles a dog knows that sometimes there are unpleasant aromas associated with them....
