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How to Tell if a Dog Is Going Into Labor: 10 Vet-Approved Signs

How to Tell if a Dog Is Going Into Labor: 10 Vet-Approved Signs

You’ve known puppies were coming for a while now. Your dog has been growing, getting wider for many weeks now. You can start to see the signs that offspring wi…

Dean Eby
By Dean Eby
Dog’s Teeth Chattering: 10 Vet Reviewed Reasons & What to Do

Dog’s Teeth Chattering: 10 Vet Reviewed Reasons & What to Do

Has your dog ever started chattering her teeth, and you thought maybe it was because she was cold? After all, when people are extremely cold, we also tend to s…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
6 Home Remedies for Matted Dog Hair (Quick & Easy)

6 Home Remedies for Matted Dog Hair (Quick & Easy)

If you have a canine with long hair, you probably have experience with matting. Suddenly, your pup has hair clumps that can be a nightmare to undo. Not to ment…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Dogs Have Milk of Magnesia? Vet-Verified Uses & Potential Side Effects

Can Dogs Have Milk of Magnesia? Vet-Verified Uses & Potential Side Effects

We’ve all experienced some form of constipation and stomach upset at some point, and many of us have used milk of magnesia to fix the problem. But what happens…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
Valerian Root for Dogs: Vet Reviewed Dosage, Effectiveness & Uses

Valerian Root for Dogs: Vet Reviewed Dosage, Effectiveness & Uses

Humans have used valerian root for as long as 2,000 years as a medicinal herb to treat insomnia and anxiety issues. If you’ve been wondering whether or not it…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
6 Reasons Why Dogs Lick Pee: Vet-Approved Facts & Advice

6 Reasons Why Dogs Lick Pee: Vet-Approved Facts & Advice

This strange and unsightly habit is probably more common than you may think. It's perfectly normal for dogs to lick each other’s urine. They can use their vome…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
White Specks in Dog Poop: Vet-Reviewed Causes & Treatments

White Specks in Dog Poop: Vet-Reviewed Causes & Treatments

One thing that you probably never realized before you became a dog owner is just how much owning a pup will cause you to be interested in dog poop! It's true,…

Quincy Miller
By Quincy Miller
How to Potty Train a Puppy: Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

How to Potty Train a Puppy: Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

You got everything that you need, you did the research, and you’ve finally brought home your first puppy. But no matter how many times you take them outside, t…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
10 Easiest Fish to Take Care Of (With Pictures)

10 Easiest Fish to Take Care Of (With Pictures)

Some fish species are commonly considered relatively hardy and manageable for beginner aquarists, offering great, and relatively low-maintenance, options for y…

Lindsey Stanton
By Lindsey Stanton
How to Make Puppy Mush or Puppy Gruel: Vet Approved Recipes & Tips

How to Make Puppy Mush or Puppy Gruel: Vet Approved Recipes & Tips

When your puppies first begin eating puppy food, you will have to soften it for them. This is often called puppy mush or puppy gruel due to its consistency and…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock