Our dogs do a lot of gross things, and drinking from the toilet is pretty high up there on that list. But have you ever wondered why? Why on earth would our dogs choose to drink toilet water when they can drink out of their own fancy bowl? Why Do … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Guard Their Food?
Does your dog get defensive when you approach his food? Does he stiffen up, growl, or perhaps even snap at you? That behavior is called resource guarding, and when it comes to dogs food is the most common trigger. It's a problem that many dog … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Eat Their Own Vomit?
Raise your hand if you've seen your dog throw up their dinner and then immediately start scarfing it right back up. I think it's happened to all of us dog owners at least once, and it's an image we don't easily forget. "No kisses for you tonight, … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Get the Zoomies?
If you've ever bathed a dog chances are you've seen the zoomies. It's that frantic, running around the house at full speed craziness that happens as soon as dogs get out of the bath. Have you ever looked at your dog as he's running around like a … [Read more...]
Why Does My Dog Itch So Much?
Has your dog been itching more than usual? Every dog is different when it comes to their itching & scratching habits, but if your dog has been itching more than usual it's time for a closer look. Here's a look at the most common causes of itching … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Go Grey Early?
Laika's already going grey, though she's only 3 years old. Looking back all of my dogs went grey eventually, but it never started quite that early. So it got me wondering -- why do dogs go grey early anyway? It it all genetics? Is it stress … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?
Before writing this article I have to admit -- I'd never give much though to my dogs belly button, let alone tried looking for it. I knew she had one, but I'd never noticed it or given it a second thought. And then I got an e-mail from a reader … [Read more...]
Why Do Dogs Stick Their Heads Out Car Windows?
When was the last time you saw a dog with his head out the car window looking sad? Unless it was a St. Bernard chances are probably never (they always look sort of sad, don't they?). Why do dogs stick their heads out car windows, and why do they love … [Read more...]
Why Do Female Dogs Hump?
Some dogs will hump anything -- the air, pillows, blankets, their favorite stuffed animal, humans, and every dog in sight. And it's just a little embarrassing when your dog mounts the neighbor or their favorite toy when you've got company … [Read more...]
Why Do Female Dogs Get Blamed For Dead Grass?
How many times have you heard that female dogs kill grass? I heard it plenty growing up, though I never knew the reason why. I've got a female dog that's urinated thousands of times in my yard and I have yet to see a dead patch of grass. But there … [Read more...]