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Does your dog ever go out in nature, sniff around, and then suddenly decide to make a meal out of the soil? Dogs do some pretty weird stuff sometimes, but there’s usually a concrete reason why they exhibit many seemingly odd behaviors like eating dirt. So why do dogs eat...

If you’ve recently adopted a puppy, one thing you’ll want to get started with as soon as possible is training. When your pup is trained properly from a young age, he or she grows up into a politely mannered and well-adjusted adult dog. Puppies learn through positive reinforcement. That means...

Who ever said you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? The truth is, dogs of any age — puppies, adult dogs, and senior companions alike — can be trained. In fact, maintaining your dog’s training is important throughout life. That way, he or she remains a well-mannered dog who is...

There’s no point sugarcoating it: Puppies are a lot of work. But they’re so worth it. If you’re about to welcome a new puppy into your family, this puppy training guide is a great place to start learning about the initial training process while they’re at a young age. Puppies...

Dogs can be allergic to a lot of things, like pollen, dust, dirt, or mold. It’s also possible for dogs to be allergic to certain ingredients in their food, just like humans. Around 10% of all allergy cases in dogs are food allergies, so they’re not as common as environmental...

In short, yes, dogs can eat broccoli. If you give your dog broccoli, however, do so sparingly and with no added oils or seasonings. Broccoli and other safe veggies that dogs can eat are packed with nutritious components that are beneficial to their overall health. You know it can never hurt...

Dogs thrive on routine. Routine is a key component of everything from potty training to maintaining good behavior. Consistent feeding times are an important routine as well. Puppies need three meals a day, given at the same time each day. Such structure is an excellent way to get your new...

Dogs love milk for its rich fat content. But that doesn’t mean it’s good for them. While cow’s milk is an excellent source of calcium that’s great for building strong bones in humans, it’s not necessary for adult dogs. Yes, dogs can drink milk in small quantities, but it’s not...

If there’s one thing that almost all of our dogs have in common, it’s their love of treats. And it’s just as enjoyable for us — who doesn’t love to see their pup’s eyes light up and tail start wagging at the mention of the word “treat.” Of course, not all treats...

Doctors, nutritionists, and mothers all agree: Everyone could benefit from adding more leafy greens to their diet. But are veggies and leafy greens like lettuce safe for dogs to eat? In short, yes. As a food that is mostly water (90% water to be exact), lettuces like romaine, arugula, and iceberg...