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7 Shetland Sheepdog Health Problems & Concerns (Vet Answer)

7 Shetland Sheepdog Health Problems & Concerns (Vet Answer)

Shetland Sheepdogs (Shelties) are loyal, gentle, and sensitive. Though weary of strangers, they're playful and love to please, making them great household pets…

Foreign Body Ingestion in Dogs: Signs & Vet-Approved Next Steps

Foreign Body Ingestion in Dogs: Signs & Vet-Approved Next Steps

Foreign body ingestion is a common condition among dogs. It occurs when a dog swallows a non-food item, such as a toy, sock, or even a rock. If left untreated,…

10 Dalmatian Colors: Exploring the Surprising Variety

10 Dalmatian Colors: Exploring the Surprising Variety

Dalmatians are one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world. These spotted beauties entered our hearts thanks to movies and the idea of seeing a dog riding…

Why Do Puppies Hump? 7 Vet Reviewed Reasons & What to Do

Why Do Puppies Hump? 7 Vet Reviewed Reasons & What to Do

What will cause a dog owner to turn the color of a ripe tomato in a few seconds? Humping. Dog humping is a normal part of dog behavior. But that doesn’t make i…

Why Does My Puppy Have Diarrhea? 6 Vet Reviewed Causes, Types & Diagnosis

Why Does My Puppy Have Diarrhea? 6 Vet Reviewed Causes, Types & Diagnosis

Puppies and accidents go hand in hand, but diarrhea can be concerning. It can happen for several reasons - especially in puppies - ranging from a change in die…

What Your Favorite Dog Breed Says About You - A Brief Overview

What Your Favorite Dog Breed Says About You - A Brief Overview

You’ve likely heard about dog owners looking like their dogs, but what about personality? Is it possible that having a preference for a particular breed says s…

English Goldendoodle: Pictures, Care Guide, Temperament & Traits

English Goldendoodle: Pictures, Care Guide, Temperament & Traits

If you’re looking at getting a Goldendoodle, you may be wondering what the difference is between an English Goldendoodle vs. Goldendoodle. Like the traditional…

When Did People First Start Keeping Dogs as Pets? History Explained

When Did People First Start Keeping Dogs as Pets? History Explained

It’s hard to believe that there was once a time when dogs weren’t kept as pets. They’ve been living alongside humans for thousands of years, with the first dog…