Do you know how to tell if a dog is pregnant? If your dog is not spayed or if you are trying to breed her, you might be wondering what signs to watch out for that would indicate a pregnancy. There are similarities and differences to human pregnancy. The duration a female dog is pregnant, for example, is only about 63 days, where humans are pregnant for a whopping nine months. Like humans, though, pregnant dogs go through three trimesters. Some dogs even go through morning sickness. For dogs each trimester is about 21 days long. What other signs of pregnancy should you look out for? Being prepa ..read more

It’s one of the great joys of dog parenting. You come home at the end of a long day and are greeted by your excited furball’s slobbery kisses and furiously wagging tail. This interaction seems simple enough. Your dog is happy to see you, so he or she is wagging their tail. But did you know that it’s not always that simple? Tail wagging can often indicate that your dog is happy, yes, but it turns out that your dog’s tail can also indicate a variety of other emotions and intentions. Sometimes, a wagging tail doesn’t mean that a dog is feeling friendly — it could signal just the opposite. So, why ..read more

With almond milk and almond butter rising in popularity as a human food wellness trend, it makes a dog parent wonder if almond products can be shared with their furry family members. Almond nuts and butters have become regulars in the health food aisle at grocery stores, but should you really consider letting your dog try some? Considering treating your dog to a new human food like an almond product poses a lot of questions. Are almonds bad for dogs? What are the health risks associated with feeding dogs almonds? How safe are they for your dog’s health? Like pistachios, almonds are not toxic t ..read more

Strawberries make for a delicious and nutritious snack for humans, and they’re even better when they’re part of a sweet treat like a pie or pastry. The versatile fruit can be bought at the store or even grown in your own garden at home. Since strawberries are so widespread — especially in the warmer months, when they’re in season — it’s likely that your dog might encounter a strawberry at some point or another. We know that some fruits and veggies — grapes, cherries, onions, or mushrooms, for example — aren’t safe choices for Fido. So you would be right to think twice before slipping your dog ..read more

It’s a girl! Congratulations on your new puppy. Now is the time to read up on everything you need to know about her upcoming life stages, including when she becomes a “woman” that has reached sexual maturity. Let’s talk puberty: Every female mammal gets a period, but dog periods differ from human periods in terms of process and duration, which we will unpack throughout this article. We are going to detail everything you need to know about the female dog’s reproductive cycle, what you need to do during her first time in heat, and help you gauge when is an appropriate time to get her fixed. Let ..read more

We share many similarities with our canine companions — we enjoy many of the same foods, we experience some of the same emotions, and we’re both highly social species. One area in which dogs are rather different than humans, though, is pregnancy. For one thing, dogs almost always give birth to more than one offspring at a time, known as their litter of puppies. And dogs don’t stay pregnant for nearly as long as human mothers do. So, how long are dogs pregnant? If your female dog is spayed, she can’t reproduce and you’ll never have to worry about your dog’s pregnancy cycle or gestation period ..read more

“Eh, what’s up dog?” is what Bugs Bunny might say to your canine family member, casually leaning against a tree while munching on a carrot. While dog diets aren’t exactly like the slick-talking cartoon’s, many canines do enjoy a cooked or raw carrot every once in a while. Can dogs eat carrots? The truth is, carrots are a human food that is quite nutritious and safe for dogs in moderation. Carrots are a nontoxic, low-calorie, low-fat treat that can be added to your dog’s diet with ease. Among other veggies, carrots are often used as an ingredient in many dog foods. Let’s take a deeper look at t ..read more

You toss some laundry in the washing machine, grab a drink from the refrigerator, curl up in your favorite chair to do some reading … and all the while, your dog is staring at you intently. Our canine friends seem to have a unique penchant not only for following us around like furry little shadows, but for staring straight into our eyes while they’re doing it. We can’t blame you if you’ve ever stopped and wondered to yourself: “Why is my dog staring at me?” Dogs stare for a number of reasons, and the exact reason might not always be clear. But is there any way for you to get a clue as to why y ..read more

Can dogs drink milk? You might assume they can. When puppies are born they naturally have to drink their mother’s milk to survive, so why wouldn’t dogs be able to drink milk in adulthood? Though milk is not toxic to dogs, many dogs are lactose intolerant just like many humans. This means when a lactose intolerant dog drinks milk, acute intestinal symptoms may arise like gas, diarrhea, or vomiting. This article will look into which dairy products are considered safer for dogs than others. The Science Behind Lactose Intolerance We’re going to talk chemistry for a minute here. Newborn puppies onl ..read more

Have you recently welcomed a new puppy into your home, or do you plan to include a furry addition in your family? Congratulations. You’re in for a wild ride, but raising a puppy is a very rewarding experience. There’s a lot to think about in this early stage of your dog’s life, and you can’t always know what to expect. But when it comes to your puppy’s teething, things are usually pretty straightforward. But do puppies have baby teeth and adult teeth like humans do? When do puppies start to lose their teeth, and what should you know about their teething process? Let’s take a closer look at the ..read more