Humping in dogs is a well-known behavior. Contrary many people’s misconceptions, humping/mounting is not a dominant behavior or sexual behavior. Humping may be observed when dogs are playing with each other, fighting during mating, and even when they’re bored. Dogs will incorporate many different behaviors in their play. Dogs can…
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I was puzzled when my dogs suddenly wanted clay after they started digging in the yard last summer. It wasn’t harmful for them. Is it a sign of a nutritional deficit or parasites? My research turned up surprising theories about geophagia (the clinical term for eating or drinking clay). Why…
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When it comes to dogs that bark at night, the solution is really easy to find however, it isn’t one you come across at the local pet shop. Many people have discovered that leaving lights on continuously lit one night and then turning them off when it gets dark is…
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Great Danes have gentle temperaments for the most part, but some accidents, aggravation, and perhaps frustration, can show up when dealing with one of these large dogs. Although accidents will happen no matter how Dane you have, it seems like Great Danes owners have the most success when they understand…
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As a proud owner of a cute puppy, you are fully liable for its health and well-being. If you have chosen to bring a pup home, you must remember that feeding it is a very important aspect of dog care. Since feeding a puppy is not an easy task, you…
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Dogs often do things that aren’t understood by us. This is usually due to pack behavior. It is important that each dog understands the rank of their pack members. However, this can be a dynamic thing that the dog may feel the need to assess from time to change. Your…
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Do you want to get your dog to stop biting? Puppy nip is a way for them to have fun, get attention, and to learn how to stop biting you. The good news about puppies is that they almost never nip. Avoid getting frustrated and resorting too harshly to corrections…
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A luxating patella is something that can happen to owners of miniature or toy dogs. Most vets will advise you to have surgery if this happens. There are many natural remedies that can be used to treat your dog’s hereditary problems, and they don’t require surgery. Patella means kneecap. Although…
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The immune system is a network of specialized tissues, organs, cells, and hormones. There are two main types of immunity. Innate immunity is a system built into the body to resist disease. Acquired immunity is the immune system’s ability to adapt as the body is exposed to pathogens through exposure,…
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Food is one of the first considerations for dogs. Every dog is different and so are their nutritional needs. And so it is important to understand the types of food that are best for your dog. First, the truth is that not all dogs need to be fed the same…
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