Why Dogs Lean on People
If you’ve owned several dogs through the years, chances are you’ve had a dog lean on you. Some dogs will lean into your legs while you’re standing; others like to lean into you when you’re sitting or...
View Article15 Things You Might Not Know About Dogs
Think you know a lot about your furry friend? The following is a list in no particular order of some tidbits about dogs you may not know: Dogs have eighteen muscles that work their ears. And these...
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Saint Bernards: The Alpine Saviors of Legend?
What’s up with the barrel around their necks? You have probably heard the stories of Saint Bernards, kegs hanging from their collars, saving people trapped in the mountains. Is there any truth to these...
View ArticleStraight From Your Dog’s Mouth
If you look into your dog’s mouth, you see some pretty formidable teeth. You know they crunch hard treats and gnaw on bones. If you see him catch a ball or shake a toy, you have a good idea how well he...
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15 Dog Breeds You May Know From TV and the Movies
As you well know, dogs are wildly popular. Not only in American homes, but on television shows and in the movies as far back as we can remember. Here’s our list, in no particular order, of 15 special...
View ArticleWhy Some Dogs Have Curly Tails
There are few animals that come in as many sizes, colors, and varieties as dogs. Some weigh hundreds of pounds and others that weigh less than five. Some are nearly three feet tall at the shoulder,...
View ArticleCan Dogs Watch TV?
If you ask a group of dog owners if their dogs watch television, chances are most will say yes. Even if their dogs don’t sit and watch everything, most owners will indicate that their dogs will respond...
View ArticleHelping Your Dog Overcome Jealousy
If you’ve ever pet a dog prior to going home to your own dog, you know what happens. Your dog does her happy dance until she sniffs the scent of another dog on you. Then the interrogation begins: “You...
View ArticleDo Dogs Get Dizzy?
It’s rather easy for most humans to get dizzy. Children playing in a grassy area on warm day will often twirl around and around until they get so dizzy they fall down laughing. If you watch a puppy...
View ArticleIs Your Dog a Lefty?
Have you ever wondered if dogs have a paw preference? The vast majority of humans favor one hand over the other. Is that just a human thing or do dogs have a similar preference? What the Research Says...
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Why Don’t Dogs Climb Trees?
You know the scenario: a dog is in hot pursuit of a cat. The cat darts for the nearest tree and, in a flash, triumphantly stares down at the dog from a top limb with its tail twitching madly....
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Facts About the High Rate of Suicide in Veterinarians
Most pet owners hold their veterinarians in high regard. They bridge the communication gap between furry family friends and the humans they live with. People generally know when there is something...
View ArticleWhat Makes Dogs So Heroic?
Dogs are amazing animals. They can make you laugh, listen to your problems, go for a run with you, swim in the ocean with you, or just lounge around and watch your favorite TV show. They come in all...
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Are Weiner Dogs Supposed to Look Like That?
Weiner dogs, or dachshunds (pronounced “docks-hoond”), are one of the most recognizable breeds of dogs. With their long ears, long noses, long tails, long bodies, and itty-bitty little legs, they look...
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The Truth About the Feud Between Cats and Dogs
You’ve seen the cartoons of dogs chasing cats up trees. The idea that cats and dogs hate each other and are natural born enemies has been around for many years. It’s such a commonly held belief that it...
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How Do Dogs Remember?
Most dog owners believe their dogs remember. How well, how much, and for how long dogs remember may depend on the owner you speak with or the particular dog, but there’s a general consensus that most...
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Taking a Trip by Air With Your Dog
When dog owners need to travel and they need to bring the dog, most often they will travel by car. But sometimes you must fly and your dog must go by plane as well. If you have a very small dog, you...
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Why Do Dogs Dig?
You open the gate to the dog’s yard, start the lawn mower, and realize the yard is full of craters. Your dog has been digging. Why do some dogs dig? How do you stop it? Studies indicate 80% or more of...
View ArticleWhy Dogs Bark at Delivery People
As a general rule, when someone comes to your house often, your dog soon accepts that person. Unless the person is a delivery person. You may get a pizza once a week, from the same place, and the same...
View ArticleThe History of Dogcatchers
Dogcatchers have been around for a very long time. They are often portrayed in movies as heartless fiends who take poor, unsuspecting dogs from their houses in the dead of night. Cartoons often portray...
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