There’s nothing quite like the sight of a dog with his head out of the car window, tongue lolling and ears flapping in the wind. It seems to epitomize pure canine joy. If you’re a dog owner, you’ve probably experienced this heartwarming spectacle firsthand. But is …
Once one dog starts howling, others will often join in. Credit: Erdi Kahraman | Getty Images If you’ve ever heard dogs howling, you know it can be quite an attention-getter. Howling in response to specific noises, particularly high-pitched, prolonged sounds such as sirens or fire alarms, …
Miniature Schnauzer, by Janice Jones, Updated 04-8-2024 Once used to patrol stables from intruders and vermin, the Miniature Schnauzer is now a very popular companion dog. This is a breed with much variety of temperament. You might hear words such as active, calm, quarrelsome, timid, high-strung, …
An appropriate diet, enriched with prebiotics and probiotics as needed, will help maintain good gut health. Credit: Don Mason | Getty Images DNA research has documented the importance of gut microbes in human and canine health, immunity, and longevity. A healthy microbiome—an umbrella term used to …
Woody used the Chewzie to help him get a good grip on the bully stick. But the primary purpose of this and the other bully-stick holders we tested was to prevent dogs from swallowing the last few inches of a bully stick, potentially causing choking or …
By Susan Combs |Last Updated 04-25-2024 Dealing with a nervous dog or puppy isn’t easy. Shy pups fall into this category also. Nervousness is a trait that’s usually inherited by the parents. However, there are other common reasons why your dog might be nervous. For example, if …
It’s a good idea to check in with your veterinarian if you suspect your dog might have a fungal infection. Credit: Zontica | Getty Images Dog fungal infections can be classified as one of three types—systemic, skin, or ear fungal infections. Systemic fungal infections affect one …
When a dog displays an otherwise normal behavior, such as licking, at odd times, it may be a sign he is feeling conflicted or frustrated. Credit: Artur Debat |Getty Images Dogs sometimes do things that seem out of place. Maybe your dog runs to get a …