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Understanding whether a dog can become pregnant when she’s “not in heat” matters for everyday care: it helps you prevent surprises, decide how closely to supervise intact dogs, and respond appropriately if an accidental mating might have occurred. What off‑heat pregnancy means for you and your dog Many owners worry about a brief encounter at

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If you love dogs and are weighing whether to neuter your pet, you’re thinking about a decision that affects the individual dog, your household, and the wider community. Below I explain why many dog lovers choose neutering, what the surgery actually is, how it changes a dog’s body and behavior, when timing matters, the main

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A dog that smells like fish can be more than an awkward moment with guests — it often affects how you interact with your dog, how comfortable your home feels, and sometimes it hints at an underlying health issue. I typically see owners delay fixes because they treat the odor as nuisance-level when, for some

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As a practicing veterinarian and behavior consultant, I often hear a simple question with practical consequences: what is a female dog called? The short answer matters less than how the terms are used and the situations in which they matter. This piece walks through the common labels, why they exist, when to use them, and

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Many dog lovers ask which breed is the “most popular” because that simple question often shapes real choices: who to meet at the shelter, what to call a conversation starter at a park, or which puppy photos appear on social feeds. The answer also nudges expectations about behavior, care needs, and health risks. Below I

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Allergic reactions to dogs can quietly erode the comfort and closeness that make dog ownership rewarding. For people who love their dogs, the question isn’t just whether symptoms can be reduced; it’s whether relief is possible without losing the dog. The stakes range from interrupted sleep and constant nasal drip to itchy eyes and flared

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