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Everyone wants their dog to live a long, healthy life. But how do you know if your pup is on the chunky side? It can be hard to tell because many dogs are overweight but don’t really show it. Plus, there’s no one “perfect weight” for every breed of canine out there. That leaves pet parents with some tough decisions: Do I feed my dog less food and see what happens? Or do I feed him more food and hope that he doesn’t gain any more weight? What about exercise – should he have less or more of that? And...

Does your dog eat grass? Like many other confused dog owners, you're not alone! There are both physical and psychological reasons that your dog may be eating grass. So why would a dog eat grass? Why would a dog eat grass in the first place?  The most common answer to this question is pica (pic what?). Yes, pica. Pica is a disorder that makes people or animals want to eat things that aren't food. While pica is sometimes a psychological disorder, it is often caused by a nutritional deficiency. A diet deficiency may be due to vitamins, nutrients or minerals that are absent...

When you have an upset stomach, you might reach for some ginger ale, chicken soup or crackers - but that's not necessarily what dogs need. Keep reading on how to soothe a dog's upset stomach to find the best solution for your dog! Dog Upset Stomach Symptoms Typically when a dog has an upset stomach they will exhibit some or most of these symptoms:  Loss of appetite Fatigue Drinking less water Gulping to combat reflux  Salivation Diarrhea Vomiting Flatulence Excessive licking  Should you take your dog to the vet?  Home remedies may be appropriate for some dogs who do not...