If you’re worried your precious dog just stole a hamburger from the dinner table, there’s no need to panic. Even if the hamburger had onion in it, that won’t surely kill your pet. However, it is important that you understand just how dangerous onions are for dogs. The hamburger your dog just gulped down might …
Dogs shake or tremble for a multitude of reasons. If your dog was just bitten by another dog, and now they’re shaking, it can be either for physical or psychological reasons. Either way, it should always be taken seriously and you need to examine their injuries. Dog owners certainly know that a dog bite can …
The moment your beloved pet bites you for the first time, you’ll feel shocked and more than a little hurt. It’s not just about the physical wound, but also about the psychological one. You thought you were best friends and now he’s turned on you and you’re bleeding. How could that be? Why? What do …
Dogs howl. Sometimes, they howl at the moon, sometimes it’s the twilight bark (101 Dalmatians, anyone?), and sometimes, they howl when you howl. Why, though? Is it because they’re descended from wolves? Maybe your little Bruiser yearns back to the days when his ancestors ran wild in the hills. So, while he’s stuck being a …
It’s something no loving pet owner ever wants to see. Your dog flinching away from your hand, tail tucked between his leg, fear in his eyes – what does it even mean? A dog could be flinching all of a sudden for a variety of reasons and it’s got nothing to do with you or …
As dog lovers, many of us take our pets’ health, both physical and mental, seriously. Sometimes we come across an issue with our four-legged companion that scares us and sends us scrambling for answers. It’s completely understandable why we would fear something bad happening to a member of our family, and that’s why we hope …
Accidents happen. Hitting your dog in the head is one of them. Usually, they’re fine, but sometimes, they’re not. How do you know the difference? And how does this happen? You might be more concerned with their feelings after the fact, especially if you’re a sensitive soul who views your pups as your children. How …
If only they could talk… Dogs cannot talk, but that doesn’t mean they do not communicate. They do quite a lot and it’s your responsibility as their human friend to understand just what they’re trying to tell you. For instance, examining a dog’s sleeping position can help you understand how they’re feeling, whether they’re relaxed, …
Dogs are man’s best friend. It is not the first time that we hear this saying about our loving dogs. For many owners, a dog’s purpose is to assist them, whether for a practical or emotional reason. Dogs are trained to do some tasks so that they could help their owner and make their lives …
Sometimes it’s inexplicable, when your happy, friendly, and socialized dog suddenly starts acting afraid around other people. Or worse, if he acts afraid and nervous around your boyfriend. This can be a tricky problem because it’s safe to say that your boyfriend will probably be around a lot at your house, but you can’t let …
