As gross as it may sound to us, the most likely reason your dog licks the inside of your nose is that they like the taste. They may also do it for attention, to show submission, and for grooming. If a dog nibbles on your nose, it’s usually a sign of affection. It’s no surprise […]
The main reason dogs lick each other’s eyes is for grooming. Dog’s saliva contains traces of antibiotical and antimicrobial elements, which help clean dirt and germs from the skin. A few other reasons for this behavior include submission, bonding, and obsessive behavior. Humans have a lot of unusual quirks that are unique to our species. […]
Cayenne pepper is one of the best dog repellants out there. You can successfully use cayenne pepper to prevent a dog from peeing in a specific location. Not only do dogs hate the scent, but the pepper will irritate the dog’s eyes and nose if they get too close. We love our dogs to death, […]
The best scents to deter a dog from peeing include citrus, vinegar, fresh herbs (such as mint and rosemary), household cleaners, mothballs, and rubbing alcohol. Not all scents work on every dog, so it’s important to experiment and determine which scent works best for your situation. There are few things on this earth more rewarding […]
If your dog’s tail has been between its legs for a few days, it usually means they are stressed, frightened, have a tail injury, or are in heat (female dogs only). The best way to get the tail wagging again is to avoid stressful situations and attempt to play with them. There is nothing worse […]
A dog with healthy eyes will have no issue seeing through glass. However, there are some eye issues that could prevent a dog from seeing through glass. Any type of glass we can see through, dogs should be able to see through it as well. We all know dogs have an amazing sense of smell, […]
Dogs are able to smell water thanks to their incredible sense of smell. Not only are dogs able to smell water, but they’re able to tell how clean the water is based on the scent. If you ever see a thirsty dog reject water, there’s a good chance the water is unclean and full of […]
Dogs rub their eyes to relieve some form of discomfort. The discomfort can be caused by anything from an itch to an eye infection. If your dog continues to rub its eyes, check to see if anything is stuck in them. There are a number of things that cause dogs to rub their eyes, but […]
All dogs can breathe through their nose, but some dogs are much better at it than others. A dog’s nose structure will determine how efficient a dog is at breathing through its nose. Dogs with short noses (like boxers and pugs) may have difficulty breathing through the nose. Dogs need oxygen (like any living being), […]
The best guard dogs for chickens include the Akbash, Komondor, Tibetan mastiff, Pyrenean mastiff, and Kuvasz. However, the list is not limited to those five breeds. Any large, protective dog can be trained to guard chickens. You want a dog that is loyal, friendly, but also fiercely protective. So you’ve got yourself a chicken coop. […]
