A dog collar might seem like just another cute accessory, but it’s actually a must-have for your dog’s safety and in many places, it’s even required by law – as said by PDSA veterinary nurse, Shauna Walsh. But picking the right collar isn’t always as simple as it sounds. With so many sizes, types, and…
When I got my first dog, I honestly didn’t think twice about what kind of bowl he ate from. I just grabbed one that looked “good enough.” But pretty soon, I noticed he wasn’t comfortable either the bowl was too deep, too high, or just too small for his meals. That’s when I realized how…
Crate shopping seems simple until you actually try to do it. When I went to buy a crate for my dog the first time, I had no clue what I was doing. I eyeballed the size, didn’t even check the dimensions, and just hoped for the best. Turns out, it was way too small. My…
Your dog’s tongue can tell you a lot about what’s going on inside their body. It’s one of those simple things we don’t always notice, but once you know what’s normal and what’s not, it becomes way easier to spot early signs of health issues. So let’s get started on what different tongue colors mean,…
If you’ve ever had a dog innocently stare at you while you open a snack, or noticed them tracking your every step around the house, you already know a dog’s eyes do a lot more than just see. Personally mine watches me like a hawk when I’m near the treat jar. Just like their expressions,…
Dog ear wax probably isn’t something we usually think about when it comes to our dog’s health. And honestly, checking my own dog’s ears wasn’t exactly high on my list either. Like most people, I thought it was something only “extra” pet parents did – until one day, I spotted some dark, sticky gunk in…
Most of the time we feel like our dog isn’t listening to us. You call their name, and they keep sniffing the grass. You tell them to sit, and they wag their tail like they didn’t hear a word. I’ve been there, and I know how frustrating it can be but dogs ignore us on…
We’ve all heard it before, “If a dog is wagging its tail, that means it’s happy” But what if I tell you that’s not always the case? Dog tail meaning goes far beyond simple happiness. The way your dog holds or moves its tail can tell you a lot about how it’s feeling. A high…
We all keep an eye on our dogs’ energy levels, appetite, and small activities to make sure they’re healthy but have you ever thought about checking their gums? Well yes shocking for me also because I used to think checking dog’s gums was something only vets did. But just like pee color and poop color,…
Dogs may not speak our language, but they have their own way of communicating with us. Their body language tells us a lot about what they’re feeling, and one of the best ways to understand them is by paying attention to their ears. Dog ear signals can tell us when our furry friends are happy,…