Have you ever wondered, “Why do dogs howl at certain sounds?” This curious behavior is not just a random act but a complex form of communication with deep evolutionary roots. As descendants of wolves, dogs have inherited many of their ancestors’ behaviors, including howling. Understanding why dogs howl at specific sounds can help us better
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Regularly brushing your dog’s coat helps remove dead hair and keeps the dog’s coat shiny and healthy. Credit: Petko Ninov | Getty Images Finding your dog losing hair in patches and scabs can be upsetting. Before you panic, however, remember that alopecia, which is hair loss, in dogs is natural. It’s when you see abnormal
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Proteins in hydrolyzed-protein dog foods retain their nutritional value, ensuring your dog’s food is nutritionally complete and balanced. Finding a suitable food for dogs with dietary sensitivities, allergies, or chronic digestive issues can be a challenge, and often veterinarians suggest foods that contain hydrolyzed proteins as a solution. By feeding a hydrolyzed diet, you can
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Dogs have been man’s best friend for thousands of years, and throughout history, various breeds have emerged, each with unique characteristics and purposes. Some breeds, however, have ancient origins that date back thousands of years, offering a fascinating glimpse into the early domestication of dogs and their roles in human societies. These ancient breeds have
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Dogs have 1,700 taste buds, ultimately making them a bit less picky than humans when it comes to food. However, dogs use their sense of smell deciding what to eat. Credit Aleksandr Potashev | Getty Images Dogs have taste buds on their tongue and in the back of their throat. Taste buds, of course, are
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Griffin enjoys his “tickle.” In previous blog posts, I’ve written about our daily schedule with the parrots…how we try to balance meals, clean-up, playtime, exercise, and research tasks to ensure that everything gets done on a daily basis. Sometimes, however, good intentions are not enough, and occasionally life conspires to wreck our plans. At those
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As a dog owner, you likely wonder about the safety and benefits of sharing various foods with your furry companion. One common question is, “Are strawberries safe for dogs?” Strawberries are a beloved fruit among humans, praised for their sweet flavor and numerous health benefits. However, when considering whether to feed strawberries to dogs, it’s
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