Dog Play Bow: What Is It and What Does It Mean?

Dog Play Bow: What Is It and What Does It Mean?

If you’ve seen pups playing you can’t miss the dog play bow: butt in the air, elbows and maybe even the chest on the ground, loose tail, smiling face, maybe a lolling tongue and probably a shimmy from side to side. Everything about this fun pose shouts, “I’m up...
Why Isn’t My Puppy Eating?

Why Isn’t My Puppy Eating?

Puppies eat a lot. So when your puppy isn’t eating, it’s concerning.Medical or behavioral: These are the two main reasons why are puppy won’t eat, says Dr. Mondrian Contreras, of Carol Stream Animal Hospital in Illinois. Medical reasons include: pain illness digestive...
Dog Food Sensitivity: Symptoms and Treatment

Dog Food Sensitivity: Symptoms and Treatment

Caring for a dog with food sensitivities brings up a lot of emotions — fear, frustration, worry and anger — even before you identify the specific sensitivity.  Though understanding symptoms and managing your dog’s meals seems difficult up front, it ultimately...
Top 5 Smallest Dog Breeds: Fun Facts and Photos

Top 5 Smallest Dog Breeds: Fun Facts and Photos

Big benefits come with adopting small breed dogs. For instance, their downright adorable size allows for easy dog-friendly outings and lots of lap time (if they wish). Not to mention, they take up less space translating to easier care. And though little, they are...