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Dogs don’t laugh like people, but many owners recognize a joyful, laughter-like response during play. As someone who works with dogs regularly, I find these moments valuable: they can be a window into a dog’s social state, a natural outlet for energy, and an opportunity to deepen the relationship. Below I explain why encouraging those

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As someone who works with puppies and their owners, I pay attention to feeding because what a puppy eats shapes growth, behavior, and the practical side of living together. Owners often worry about whether a diet will support bone growth, trigger allergies, or blow the household budget. New adopters ask whether human food is safe;

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Dogs licking your hand is a small, common behavior that most owners see every week; understanding why it happens matters for bonding, safety, and training so you can respond in ways that keep both you and your dog healthy and happy. Why pet parents notice — and why it matters For people who live with

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Understanding which bones dogs can eat matters because it helps dog lovers make choices that protect health while satisfying a natural chewing drive. Owners encounter bones as table scraps, planned treats, or during raw-feeding and scavenging on walks, and breed, age, and size change the risk-benefit balance. A young lab puppy with powerful jaws and

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Constipation in dogs is common enough that every dog lover should know a few safe, practical things to try at home. When a dog hasn’t produced normal stool, owners often feel anxious and want to act; having reliable, simple steps to encourage a bowel movement can prevent unnecessary stress and unnecessary trips to the clinic.

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Nausea in a dog is not just an unpleasant morning for your pet — it can be the first sign of something minor that you can manage at home or the first clue of a condition that needs urgent care. As someone who has worked with dogs in clinics and in the field, I typically

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