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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is an uncomfortable condition for dogs which can cause — just as it can for humans — stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhea and constipation. The results can be highly w …

The first time you caught your dog in the act you might have chuckled, then shaken your head with a wry smile on your face. Just another of those strange quirks of the animals we love so dearly. …

Have you ever been awakened by your dog pacing around at night? Suddenly you’re hearing those little toenails click, click, clicking on the hardwood floors while you’re trying to sleep. Do they ne …

By Linda Cole Most of us have dealt with a stubborn lock of hair that can't be combed flat no matter what. But did you know that dogs also have cowlicks? These small patches of hair grow in a spi …

After a long day, there’s nothing as soothing as a soak in the bathtub. Whether bubbled, oiled, or scented, a hot bath can return exhausted people to human status. Add a dose of Epsom salt—yes the s …

As pet owners, we learn what our dog or cat wants primarily by paying attention to how they act. However, it's not always easy to understand what's going on when a change in behavior happens. Sometime …

Chances are you’ve never thought about your dog’s whiskers. However, many dog lovers have long debated the age-old question: To trim, or not to trim? Whiskers typically appear bilaterally on the …

Body language is one way that dogs communicate what they want or how they feel. Some behaviors may seem trivial and unimportant to us, but that's not always true. Dogs usually have a reason for do …

The latest miracle pet product may be sitting in your refrigerator. Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has many practical uses that benefit pets and their people. This delicious salad dressing ingredient is …

The fear of contracting Lyme disease is very real for people who spend time outdoors. This disease is spread by ticks, whose bites deliver bacteria known as Borrelia burgdorferi into the bloodstream …

You're at the dog park enjoying a sunny outing with your pet when in the distance you notice a large dog charging towards yours, foaming at the mouth. Your first thought is that the dog might have …

How often should you be feeding your pet? This is a question that all pet owners face at some point. There are a couple different schools of thought on this topic – free feeding vs. scheduled meal …