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If your dog is straining, circling, or avoiding the yard, knowing practical, safe ways to help them pass stool matters. Difficult or infrequent bowel movements can be uncomfortable and may point to treatable causes; acting promptly often preserves appetite, energy and the trust between you and your dog. Below I walk through what helps a

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If your puppy is whining and you want practical, veterinarian-informed guidance on when to worry, what to try at home, and when to call a professional, this article walks through clear steps and training approaches you can use tonight and over the coming weeks. Why your puppy’s whining matters for their health and behavior Whining

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Dogs rubbing their rear along the carpet or lawn—often called “scooting”—is one of those behaviors that every dog owner notices and remembers. It can be amusing the first time, but it also raises immediate questions: is the dog itchy, embarrassed, or suffering? As a clinician who has examined many dogs for this exact problem, I

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You’re watching the dog tilt its head, chomp at the air, or suddenly zoom across the room and ask yourself, “What the dog doin?” As a veterinarian and behavior consultant I answer that question dozens of times a week for owners who want to share a cute clip, for people tracking recovery after surgery, and

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People who love dogs often ask about price not out of vanity but because price signals real differences that matter for ownership. A high purchase price may reflect rare genetics, extensive health testing, show-level training, or simply a market willing to pay for status. I typically see interest spike when someone is choosing a companion,

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Ask a dog person what a group of dogs is called and you’ll usually hear “a pack.” That answer is correct in many contexts, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. How we name and interpret groups of dogs depends on biology, history, and how closely those dogs live and work with people. Below I

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