Tagged With Dogs

Golden retriever winking playfully with a head tilt in a sunlit room

Why Do Dogs Wink? Decoding Canine Communication

10 March 2024

This article discusses the science behind dog winking, including why dogs wink, what it can indicate about their health, how you can train your dog to wink, and the connection between winking and a dog's vision and other physiological processes.

Curious-looking Weimaraner sitting in its bed among toys, exemplifying typical dog behavior

Can Dogs Masturbate? What to Know About Normal Canine Behavior

10 March 2024

This article discusses dog masturbation: why it happens, reasons for it, potential health effects, psychological causes, hormonal factors, and the role of communication.

Concerned owner observing their Golden Retriever pawing at its hind leg in a home setting

Can Dogs Legs Fall Asleep? Understanding Canine Paresthesia

10 March 2024

Canine paresthesia explained: symptoms, causes, treatments, and things pet parents can do to help their dogs avoid nerve damage.

Confused Golden Retriever looking at a spicy curry dish on a table set for dinner with a dog bowl nearby

Can Dogs Eat Curry? Unpacking the Risks of Spicy Foods for Canines

10 March 2024

The potential dangers of giving dogs curry, such as the presence of harmful spices such as garlic and onions, and other things to consider including healthier food options.

Jack Russell Terrier eyeing a bowl of pitted green olives on a coffee table in a blurred living room setting

Can Dogs Eat Olives? What to Know About the Risks and Benefits

9 March 2024

The effects of olives on dogs, including how much is safe to eat, risks such as choking and salt content, and the value of a healthy diet.

Curious Staffordshire Bull Terrier with a puzzled expression sniffing a lemon on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Have Lemons? Citrus Dangers Explained

9 March 2024

Potential dangers of feeding lemons to dogs include stomach issues and poisoning; learn about other fruits that are safe for dogs and get other feeding advice.

Siberian Husky with grey and white coat nibbling at its tail in a sunny backyard

Why Does My Dog Bite His Bum and Tail? Unraveling the Causes

9 March 2024

Frequent reasons for dogs to bite their tail and butt include medical problems, behavioral issues, dietary imbalances, and musculoskeletal pain, which means that treatment should be comprehensive.

Jack Russell Terrier scratching a soft bed in a cozy, well-lit bedroom

Why Do Dogs Scratch the Bed? The Science Behind Canine Behavior

8 March 2024

Reasons why dogs may scratch at their bedding: instincts, comfort, stress, marking their territory, and medical issues.

Fluffy Samoyed dog attentively waiting for cooked parsnips being prepared in a kitchen

Can Dogs Eat Parsnips? A Nutritional Guide for Pet Owners

8 March 2024

Parsnips are healthy for dogs if they are cooked and not seasoned, although they are best in small amounts.

Chihuahua dog looking longingly at chicken skin on a high kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Chicken Skin? Risks and Safe Alternatives Explained

7 March 2024

Potential dangers associated with giving your dog chicken skin, the fat content found in chicken skin, and other, healthier food options for your dog.

Small Shih Tzu dog skeptically looking at imitation crab meat in a modern kitchen

Can Dogs Eat Imitation Crab? Understanding the Risks

7 March 2024

Potential health drawbacks of giving dogs imitation crab, such as excessive sodium, preservatives, and nutritional deficiencies, along with vet-approved options.

Joyful Shih Tzu with mouth open in a playful stance at a dog park

Can Dogs Laugh? The Science of Dog Laughter and Other Playful Sounds

7 March 2024

Recognizing dog laughter via play vocalizations, physical cues, and physiological reactions, improving interspecies relationships and psychological knowledge.