Owning a dog can be one of the most rewarding and challenging experiences of your life. Dog owners treat their pups like family and want the absolute best for them, yet so much misinformation floating around can leave people feeling overwhelmed and a bit confused. Today, we’re addressing 17 of the most common dog myths. […]
Although you can’t always see it through the fur, dogs do get goosebumps (called hackles for dogs). The reasons dogs get goosebumps are different than humans. Dogs typically get hackles along their spine when they’re being aggressive or defensive, but it can also happen when they’re excited and playful. The scientific name for goosebumps is […]
Dogs can eat rabbit bones as long as they are raw (not cooked). However, raw rabbit bones (like all bones) carry some risks. Chipped teeth and choking on a bone fragment are two of the biggest risks with bones. Be sure to keep an eye on your dog when they chew on a bone. There […]
Rabbit food will not harm your dog in any major way. However, any time your dog eats something that’s not part of their regular diet, it may result in digestive issues. Rabbit food does not contain the required nutrients to keep your dog strong and healthy, so don’t use it as your dog’s primary food […]
The most commonly accepted reason for dogs rolling on dead bugs is that they’re hiding their own scent. Some experts also claim that dogs roll on dead bugs to gather the scent to bring back to the pack. This lets the pack know there’s potential food in the area. Of all the strange dog behaviors […]
When a dog makes a chewing motion, it usually isn’t a huge cause for concern. In most cases, they simply have food caught in their teeth or a foreign object in their mouth. However, in rare cases, it could be a sign of cognitive dysfunction. It’s best to take your dog to the vet for […]
If you forgot to feed your dog, don’t stress over it. Mistakes happen from time to time, just don’t make a habit out of it. Remember, dogs in the wild often go days without eating. If you forgot to feed them in the morning, just feed them later in the afternoon when you remember. Continue […]
Grain-free dog food does not typically cause loose stool. In fact, going grain-free is one of the best ways to prevent diarrhea. However, any time you change your dog’s diet, there’s always a chance diarrhea will follow until your dog’s digestive system adjusts. The diarrhea should only last 2-3 days. Did you recently switch to […]
There are two simple reasons dogs poop often when going on walks. The first is because they’re marking territory. We often think of dogs urinating to mark territory, but some dogs also mark with poop. The other reason is that the increase in activity can activate bowel movements. Today we are talking about your dog’s […]
Dogs eat their own hair because of anxiety, boredom, or sickness. Of the three, anxiety is the most common. Just as humans have odd quirks when we get anxious (such as biting our nails), dogs do the same. Eating their own hair is a way some dogs handle anxiety. Are you wondering why your dog […]
