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If you’ve ever noticed your pup munching on grass, you’re not alone. This is a common occurrence for many dog owners — you’re walking your pup or watching him do his business, and all of a sudden, he takes a bite out of the lawn. This can happen with grass, dirt,...

We all know that too much salt isn’t good for us. Excessive sodium holds fluid in the body, putting more pressure on the heart and causing high blood pressure. But what about our canine friends? Salt is natural for dogs to eat, and it plays an important role in their diet and...

Constipation is uncomfortable regardless of your species, but it can be especially frightening for your dog. This condition, wherein your dog is unable to pass regular stool, is painful and confusing for him. If a dog becomes constipated, the feeling can cause him to become sick with anxiety, so it...

Your dog’s digestive system is a complex series of moving parts that require everything to be working in harmony. For the most part, the process of digestion is relatively simple, but bowel issues can occur. This article will help to explain what can help when your dog is affected by...

Our dog cannot communicate with us in the same way we do with others, so when he appears to be sick, we are often guessing as to what is ailing him. Many times a condition will seem more severe than it really is as many of the same symptoms regarding...

As a devoted dog parent, there is nothing worse than seeing your best friend deal with tummy issues. When it comes to your poor dog vomiting, it is easy to get scared and overwhelmed by the internet's answer to your pup's upchuck woes. However, it is important to stay calm...

Being a pet parent has a funny way of bringing out the med student in all of us. Suddenly, you find yourself inspecting everything that comes out of your dog with newfound courage and precision. Your text messages with your significant other become a string of poop reports. Naturally, nothing...

We may not think about it very often because their diet never changes, but your dog is susceptible to gastric distress. If you have ever wondered, “Can dogs get indigestion?” the answer is yes. We tend to think of indigestion in humans as being the result of a greasy meal...

Good digestive habits are an imperative part of your dog's continued long term health.  Plenty of exercise, high-quality food, and regular check-ups at the vet are all essential practices in making sure your dog is as healthy as possible.  But what about supplementing your dog's health routine with a dog...

You may have heard that it takes humans approximately 6 hours to fully digest a meal, but how long does it take a dog? To answer this question effectively, we need to identify all of the following: What is the size, age, and breed of your dog? What does your...