Zoomies are incredibly fun to watch and a sign of how excited and happy your dog is at that moment. But what if your dog displays similar behavior apart from his usual Zoomie triggers? Changes in our dogs’ behavior are always concerning and can have many underlying reasons. If your dog runs around erratically he … Read more
If your dog has been shaved for whatever reason or if you are thinking about doing it, you may be concerned about your dog’s future coat. Will it grow back to the way it was before or will you be left with a whole new dog? Sometimes there is just no way around it and … Read more
Dog fights are a gnarly sight, but all the negative emotions and medical risks are compounded once blood is flowing. Attacks that break the skin are more consequential – both in liability terms as well as the work that will need to be done on the behavioral side for both the aggressor and the victim. … Read more
Most dogs get their first heat when they are about 6 months of age. When this happens to you for the first time, it can feel quite daunting and one of your biggest concerns might be an unwanted pregnancy. While in heat, female dogs produce a bloody discharge similar to human menstruation. Unfortunately, most aspects … Read more
Drinking enough water is very important for our dogs but when this consumption becomes excessive, there might be an underlying problem. Urination and drinking go hand in hand. This could mean that your dog is urinating excessively (polyuria) and is drinking too much water (polydipsia) in an attempt to replace the lost liquids. Or he … Read more
Many dog owners struggle with their dog’s weight control and appetite but what’s even more puzzling is when they refuse to drink water. Whereas increased food intake and lack of activity are commonly known to contribute to health issues such as obesity, there’s a lesser-known danger lurking behind a lack of water. Temporarily sick dogs … Read more
Frustration can be expressed in many ways and the root cause might very well be related to reproduction. However, what you should do depends on the cause and nature of the frustration. Some dog owners are convinced it’s sexual frustration that requires relief in some way, shape, or form. If that is the case, there … Read more
Graying hair is not something we usually connect with a young puppy. So when your dog’s fur suddenly changes color, it’s understandably a cause for concern. Before we go deeper into the possible causes, let’s clarify what graying in dogs actually is and why it happens. Like humans, dogs can develop gray hair as they … Read more
As dogs approach the end of their life, their behavior and demeanor might change. One of these changes can include seeking out the water bowl more often. The reasons for increased thirst are plentiful and range from milder medical issues to serious underlying conditions. It’s advised not to interpret standalone symptoms when it comes to … Read more
Anal gland issues in dogs are nasty, not just due to the foul smell invading your nostrils. It’s even more unpleasant for your dog, considering the most common way for (sometimes temporary) relief is expressing the anal sacs. Estimates of affected dogs range from 4.9-15.7%. Another study found that among nearly 4,000 dogs, anal sac … Read more