Why Do Dogs Smell Like Fritos?
If your dog’s feet have a slight eau de corn chip, don’t worry. This smell is just from the normal bacteria that end up on dog feet throughout daily life.
How Often Should You Walk Your Dog?
There isn’t a valid one-size-fits-all recommendation for the distance or amount of time that you should walk your dog. There are factors specific to each individual dog’s health and needs that determine how often you should walk your dog
Whole Dog Journal’s Gear of the Year for 2024
The Whole Dog Journal staff and contributors provide their top picks for the best dog gear to take care of your canine companion this year.
Safe Flowers for Dogs
Many flowers and house plants are toxic for dogs. Calla lilies, jade plants, poinsettia, and mistletoe are just a few. Most toxic plants cause vomiting, diarrhea, and/or lethargy, but some can even be fatal when eaten in large quantities.
Are Antlers Safe for Dogs?
The biggest risk for dogs from chewing on antlers is broken teeth. Antlers can also splinter and damage a dogs digestive track, or block it.
Grieving Our Losses
While we all know that the death of an old dog is inevitable, and we may have even told our friends that we’re prepared for it, when death comes, our loss isn’t any less painful or easier to accept.
Why Do Dogs Roll on Their Backs?
Dogs rolling on their backs is adorable. Repeated rolling though can be a sign of excessive itchiness that might need veterinary care. Dogs also have a habit of rolling in things their owner's might not care to smell or wash out of their fur.
What Are the Best Dog Supplements?
Supplements are a big buzzword for dog owners right now. You name the problem, and you can find a nutritional supplement for it. But...
Choosing the Best Shampoo for Puppies
Oatmeal shampoos formulated for dogs are a great option.
Ear Mites in Dogs Treatment
Home remedies for ear mites in dogs might leave you scratching your head.
Water in Dog’s Ear? No Problem
Get water out of your dog’s ear at home with a cotton ball.
How to Trim Dog Nails
No dog likes getting their nails cut, but every dog can learn to accept the procedure.
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Spay Surgery Is Not Required to Stop Canine Reproduction
While estimated numbers for 2023 and 2024 won’t be available for another year or two, there is plenty of anecdotal evidence that the number of euthanized pets will be far higher than the lowest historic counts.