Human diapers are nothing new. We put baby diapers on infants and toddlers. People may wear them after giving birth, and older adults experiencing incontinence may use diapers as well. Doggie diapers are a bit of a newer concept. And then there are belly bands for dogs, which look like diapers and serve a similar … Read more
The short answer is yes, dogs can remember events and experiences, particularly those tied to strong emotions. Maybe he was a stray, maybe he lived with a family that could no longer care for him, or perhaps he was abandoned by his former owners. If he has been in an animal shelter or foster home … Read more
As a dog owner, there’s nothing more heart-wrenching than seeing your furry friend in pain. When my Golden Retriever started having trouble climbing the stairs last year, I knew something wasn’t right. After a vet visit, we got the diagnosis: hip dysplasia. This common condition affects many dogs, especially larger breeds, but catching it early … Read more
AKC is a participant in affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to akc.org. If you purchase a product through this article, we may receive a portion of the sale. No matter how well-trained your dog is, and how diligently you keep to your … Read more
Have you ever looked at your furry friend’s crooked smile and wondered if Fido could benefit from braces just like humans do? Well, you’re not alone in this curiosity! The question “can dogs get braces” is actually more common than you might think. As a pet parent who’s researched this topic extensively, I’m excited to … Read more
We know about external bleeding because we can see it; we know how severe it can be. But hidden bleeding on the inside of our pets can be much more difficult to spot and just as serious. Internal bleeding in dogs is scary stuff As a pet owner, I’ve always worried about my furry friends … Read more
How do I know what my dog is thinking and do dogs hold grudges are two questions I am commonly asked. Feeling ill will or resentment from being insulted or hurt is called a grudge. Humans display strong feelings of anger and dislike for people who treat them poorly, but what about dogs? If they … Read more
The average adult dog has about a third more teeth than his human counterpart. Adult dogs have 42 permanent teeth compared to a measly 32 average human teeth (not counting any wisdom teeth. Those are “bonus.”). Puppies possess 28 baby teeth while human babies will have 20 deciduous or “baby” teeth. Puppies begin losing baby … Read more
Is your furry friend scratching more than usual? Are they suddenly acting moody or restless? You might be dealing with every pet parent’s nightmare – fleas! As someone who’s battled these pesky parasites with my own dogs, I know how frustrating and confusing it can be to figure out if fleas are the culprit behind … Read more
One thing dogs love so much is getting affectionate scratches by the people they love. You might have observed your dog come to you just to get kind strokes. The funny fact is that, sometimes, a friendly pup might meet a stranger to get scratches, and you tend to wonder why they love getting stroked … Read more