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As a veterinarian who has worked with puppies, senior dogs, and busy multi-dog households, bowel-movement patterns are one of the simplest daily signs that help me judge a dog’s health, diet, and comfort. How often a dog poops affects housetraining success, travel planning, zoning for dog walkers or boarders, and when to call the clinic.

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If you’re considering a Bernese Mountain Dog or already share your home with one, lifespan is a practical concern that shapes daily choices, emotional preparation, and long-term care. What a Bernese’s lifespan means for you and your family Bernese Mountain Dogs are widely loved for their calm personalities and striking coats, but they are a

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Offering fruit to a dog is a common, well-meaning choice that can be healthy when done correctly and risky when done casually. This guide explains which fruits are safe, why certain fruits cause problems, when to avoid them, how to prepare and introduce fruit, and what to do if something goes wrong. The goal is

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If you enjoy walking, training, or playing with dogs in suburban yards, open fields, or certain parks, prairie dogs are an animal you will often notice or run into indirectly. They are small, vocal, social rodents that can appear charming from a distance and troublesome up close. Understanding what prairie dogs are, how they behave,

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Dogs use growling as a form of communication, and when it happens during petting it usually means something important is going on. Understanding why your dog growls when you touch them helps you keep everyone safe, find hidden problems sooner, and build a more trusting relationship. I typically see owners assume the worst or ignore

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Circling is one of those behaviors that every dog owner notices at some point. It can be perfectly normal and even purposeful, but it can also be an early sign of something that needs attention. The way you respond can change whether a harmless habit becomes a safety issue, or whether an emerging medical problem

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