Watching a dog roll on their back and exposing their tummy to the air is a relatively common (and funny!) sight to many dog owners. It’s traditionally always been seen as…
It’s natural for humans to anthropomorphize their pets. Since you can only truly understand the world from your own viewpoint, it’s easier to relate to your dog on human terms than on…
Arthritis is an increasingly common condition in dogs, especially in the older generation, and is caused by a variety of factors. Genetic disorders like hip dysplasia can manifest in canine arthritis,…
According to a 2008 study, 68 percent of dog owners reported regularly witnessing their dogs eating grass. So, if you’ve seen Fido grazing on the green stuff, you’re not alone! This…
Occasionally embarrassing, often funny and always puzzling, the sight of your dog scooting their bottom across the floor is not something that most owners will want to encourage. Referred to as…
Although it might seem odd at first to ask ‘do dogs get headaches’, as it’s not something widely discussed within the veterinary profession, the more you think about it, the more it…
Many dogs will at some point in their lives suffer from fleas. These parasites can cause itchy skin conditions, allergic reactions and even anemia in some cases. Luckily, there’s an easy way to discover if your dog is suffering – flea dirt.
It’s a classic and very entertaining canine behavior: a dog chasing its own tail in a never-ending 360-degree whirlwind. And just when the worn out pup thinks the intruder is gone,…
At the pealing noise of a siren, many dog owners find themselves with a little extra noise pollution: a howling dog echoing the ambulance or police van screeching down the street.…