Our beloved four legged family members can have some strange behaviors at times. If you’ve noticed your pooch freezing and staring at nothing, you may be curious or even concerned. Do they see something you don’t, or is there anther reason for their weird habit? Why does my dog freeze and stare at nothing? It …
When you leave town and board your pup, it can be a tough adjustment for them. When you return and are reunited with your dog, they may seem a little off. Maybe they’re not eating or drinking like normal, or seem lethargic. These can all be signs that your dog is stressed from being boarded. …
It’s almost always a stressful experience when your pet undergoes surgery. Even if you have full confidence in your dog’s veterinarian, it’s difficult to avoid thinking about the worst-case scenario. Your worries may not disappear in the hours immediately after the operation. That could be the case especially if you’re detecting weird smells coming from …
Dogs aren’t known for being picky eaters. Set food down in front of them and there’s a good chance they will chow down instantly. They are up to eat just about anything and even your cat’s treats will not be spared. But should you be worried about your dog eating your cat’s food? Let’s answer …
Dogs have unique personalities and quirks. Many of those quirks are endearing, but some of them are not particularly pleasant. For example, some male dogs are known to pee on their own front legs. Is that habit something you can treat or do you just have to live with it? Find out the answer to …
Heartworms can wreak plenty of havoc inside your body. Left to grow, the heartworms inside your dog’s body can eventually cause issues with the heart and lungs. Your pet dog may even die due to the heartworms in their body. The veterinarian may give you some pills to deal with your pet’s heartworms. Unfortunately, those …
We’re used to our pet dogs being energetic and playful. That’s why seeing your dog appear genuinely frightened can be shocking. It’s even more surprising if it happens out of the blue. Of course, your dog is scared for a reason. To be more specific, the howling winds may be getting to your pet. Find …
Having two dogs is wonderful, most of the time. Similar to a child having a sibling, they always have someone to play with. Of course, like human children, they can also get into some unwanted behaviors. If you have an unneutered male and a spayed female, it’s normal to have questions. Will the male be …
Perhaps your dog just had puppies, and you noticed how many nipples she had. Perhaps you were simply scratching your dog’s belly, and suddenly noticed something odd. Your dog has 9 nipples. Is this normal? Should you be worried? Why does my dog have 9 nipples? It can be a bit disconcerting, especially if you’ve …
Spaying is a common procedure for dogs, and an important one. However, your pooch may experience some side effects during recovery. It’s natural to worry if your dog is crying after getting spayed. You should know that some crying after spay is normal, but if it’s excessive, you should be concerned. Why is my dog …