The best way to open a dog’s mouth is to place one hand over the muzzle, with your thumb and forefinger behind the canine teeth. Place your other hand under their chin. Use both hands to gently open the dog’s…
Dogs roll in bird poop to show the rest of the pack where they have been. It’s an instinct that has been passed down from their wolf ancestors. It’s not just bird poop. Dogs will roll in any “nasty” scent…
Dogs fake sneeze when they’re in a playful mood. Dogs communicate with each other through body language. When dogs are playing, they will fake sneeze to let the other dog (or person) know they just want to play and are…
Dogs will cover their nose as a sign of submission. Your dog may show you they respect your place as the head of the household by covering their nose. Of course, your dog might also simply be scratching its face…
There are three major reasons dogs eat bees. First, it’s new and they don’t know any better. Second, their prey drive instinct kicks in. Third, they are bored, and snapping at a bee gives them something fun to do. If…
Chicken liver should make up no more than 5% of your dog’s diet. This is roughly 10-15g for small dogs, 25-30g for medium dogs, and up to 40-60g of chicken liver for large dogs. If you feed your dog anything…
Feeding your dog a bland diet should typically last about 3 to 5 days or until acute symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea have fully resolved. This duration may vary depending on a veterinarian’s advice based on the dog’s specific health…
The quick fix to get your dog to stop scratching the door at night is to install a scratch screen on the door. However, this is a short-term fix. Sleep training and creating a reliable routine are the two best…
A natural increase in heart rate, breathing patterns, and exposure to allergens can all cause your dog to wheeze when they’re excited. If wheezing when excited becomes a consistent issue, take your dog to the vet to see if there…
There is no evidence to suggest that female dogs have cramps when in heat. Although she may be uncomfortable from the changes happening in her body, there is no evidence of muscle contractions that would lead to cramps. Behavior changes…