As pet parents, it can be difficult when our dogs aren't feeling their best because it can be so hard to determine the cause of their discomfort. After all, they can't verbalize their feelings, but ...

Puppy kisses can be a sweet sign of love from your canine, but only if you don’t think too hard about it – dog’s mouths contain more than 600 different types of bacteria. We certainly don’t walk up to ...

It’s a familiar sight: Your dog curled up on the couch, licking or chewing away at their paws. While it might look like nothing more than grooming, many pet parents may wonder, "Why do dogs lick their ...

When dogs lick and chew their paws, it’s usually overlooked as a common canine behavior. However, the underlying causes can be as benign as simple grooming or much more serious. When you notice your ...

Thanks for your question about your Aussiedoodle licking his paw. Many of my clients have the same issue with their pets and it is a common reason that pet owners seek veterinary advice. The first ...

Q: "Gizmo is a Chihuahua and will turn 13 on February 14. He has been licking his paws and upper leg—he has licked the fur completely off and has sores now. What can I do to treat this and hopefully ...

For most of us, our furry companions are the light of our lives and we want to know and understand everything about them. Since our four-legged friends can't speak to us, pet owners are always on the ...

Animal experts are sharing why dogs shouldn’t be shamed if their paws smell like Fritos corn chips. “Dogs have normal levels of bacteria and yeast on their feet that leads to the Fritos smell,” Dr.

If your dog's paws smell like Fritos or corn chips, that doesn't mean they're infected. Instead, it's from healthy levels of bacteria they pick up daily. "Dogs have normal levels of bacteria and yeast ...