Achoo! Your dog goes for the fifth or sixth time in an hour. If this happens, your dog is likely experiencing airborne irritants, such as dust or pollen. It could also be their allergies acting up. In various cases, you may find something lodged into the nostrils of your furry friends, like foxtail burrs or … Read more
Are you worried that your pup’s eyes are unusually red, bloodshot, or have a discharge? The reasons for redness in a dog’s eyes can vary, but it is usually caused by allergies, injuries, or certain illnesses. Here is everything you need to know about why your dog’s eyes are red and when to take it … Read more
Have you noticed your canine companion straining to poop or not pooping as usual? Like humans, dogs can sometimes have trouble passing poop, which can get frustratingly uncomfortable. Worse still, canine constipation intensifies the longer it goes on. The stool sits in the large intestine and becomes harder and drier, making it increasingly difficult to … Read more
Dogs love to munch on weird things to interact with their world. Unfortunately, they sometimes can consume disgusting items; the most common is tampons. If anything, used tampons are more intriguing to Fido’s nose. Gross! But not so for your canine pal. If your canine companion snagged a tampon from your bag, the bathroom, or … Read more
Even a small amount of rat poison or rodenticide can be deadly for canines. And no single rat poison is considered safe for your pet. While there are many types of rat poison on the market, most of them are designed to be enticing for rats. As such, they contain ingredients such as sugars or … Read more
Many dog parents have probably wondered at one time or another if it’s okay to let their furry buddy munch on a pine cone. After all, a dog is known for being curious about everything they come across on a walk, and pine cones can look pretty tempting. So, can dogs eat pinecones? The short … Read more
Do you have gorgeous dahlias blooming in your garden from summer to late fall? If you have a dog, you may be wondering whether they pose a threat to it. Unfortunately, the answer to the question “are dahlias poisonous to dogs?” is yes. Dahlias are known to be toxic to cats as well. But luckily, … Read more
Is your pup coughing a lot all day and all night long? Or is retching and spitting out white foam? Unfortunately, this may mean that it has contracted kennel cough. In the milder cases, and with proper care, your pup can get better and be ready to go to the dog park in about a … Read more
Sunflowers are some of the most striking, cheerful blooms. They bring a lot of color and beauty to your outdoor space and can brighten your day. These cheery blooms are the epitome of summer, and their stunning yellow, red, or purple petals are a feast for the eyes. But are sunflowers dog-safe in your yard … Read more
If you are like many animal lovers and live in a blended household with cats and dogs, then your pup may show some interest in your kitty’s litter box. But what should you do if your dog ate cat litter? First of all, rest assured because most cat litter is not toxic to canines. So … Read more