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Why is your dog shedding so much? It might be the season, or it might be age.

Why Is My Dog Shedding So Much?

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Shedding removes old, damaged, or excess hair in a natural cycle that regulates body temperature and maintains skin and coat condition. The rate and timing of your dog’s hair loss depend on age, breed, and overall health.
Dog gut health is an increasingly important part of keeping a dog healthy.

Your Dog’s Healthy Gut

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The gut microbiome is becoming known as an important part of overall health for both humans and canines. Investing in your dog's gut health can make a big difference in their quality of life.
Spring is the time of year where a dog's allergies might be most aggravated.

Spring Allergy Challenges

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It’s spring-time allergy season around here. My own incredibly itchy eyes would fully inform me of that fact even if Woody's constant licking didn't.
Dogs can get pinkeye, but they're unlikely to get it from humans.

Can Dogs Get Pink Eye?

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Technically yes, dogs can get pinkeye from humans, but it’s rare. Most of the causes of conjunctivitis are not contagious even within the same species.
Cute Maltese puppy dog close up head-shot of the eye detail with typical tear staining around the eye.

Dog Tear Stain Remover: When and What to Use

Dog tear stain removers can remove tear stains. However, tear stains are harmless when they aren't caused by another issue and changes in diet and grooming can also resolve dog tear stains.
bull terrier sniffs Christmas candle

Chronic Bronchitis in Dogs

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Irritation in your dog’s airways can cause her to cough, which may be due to a temporary illness or a more chronic issue.
A cute English Springer Spaniel Dog, lying down in a field licking his paw surrounded by daisy flowers.

Why Does My Dog Lick His Paws Raw?

If your dog is licking his paws red and raw, don’t ignore it. The problem is unlikely to go away on its own, but we have some remedies you can try on your own.
Zyrtec for dogs can help with allergies and sensitivity to bug bites that cause itchiness.

What You Need to Know: Zyrtec for Dogs

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Zyrtec is safe for dogs, when used appropriately. Zyrtec, or cetirizine, is an oral medication available as a tablet or a liquid. If your dog reacts to a bug bite or has allergies and itches, your veterinarian may recommend Zyrtec.
A golden retriever scratching their ear.

Apoquel Quickly Addresses Itchy Skin

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A dog who constantly scratches himself due to dermatitis may respond well to Apoquel.
golden retriever licking feet

Why Do Dogs Smell Like Fritos?

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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 much chicken and rice to feed a dog when then are sick?

Is Chicken and Rice Good for a Dog?

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A chicken and rice diet is a common home remedy for dogs experiencing digestive upset, especially diarrhea. The bland combination is typically palatable for...
Adopting a shelter dog, a rescue dog, or another dog in need is a great way to make a friend for life.

Adopting a Dog from a Shelter

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On average, it takes three to six months for a shelter dog to fully settle into their new home and to see their true personality. Some dogs may blossom quickly. Others may take longer to adjust. This is normal, and it can take longer if a dog has experienced a lot of turmoil and change throughout their life before adoption.