About Dogs

Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys?

Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz December 14, 2020 It’s no secret that dogs love toys that squeak! Browse any pet store isle and you’ll see a plethora of toys...

Why Do Dogs Run Away?

Why Do Dogs Run Away?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz November 23, 2020 In the wild, dogs have a home range that is typically much larger than what they are provided as pets. In a...

What Is A Bird Dog?

What Is A Bird Dog?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz August 16, 2020 Ever since the domestication of dogs, they have enriched our lives through their love and companionship. Dogs...

Grooming Care For Dogs: Frequency, Benefits, And Providing Care

Grooming Care For Dogs: Frequency, Benefits, And Providing Care
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz August 08, 2020 Most people associate dog grooming with aesthetic purposes. While grooming does help keep our dogs clean and ...

Why Do Dogs Whine?

Why Do Dogs Whine?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz July 30, 2020 Our pet dogs use a wide array of vocalizations and body language to express their feelings to us. One of these ...

Do Dogs Watch TV?

Do Dogs Watch TV?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz July 18, 2020 Technology use in the pet industry is rapidly increasing. Many dogs are left home alone all day while their par...

Do Dogs Have Taste Buds?

Do Dogs Have Taste Buds?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz July 10, 2020 Dogs and humans are both mammals and share many similarities when it comes to our anatomy and physiology. Howev...

Why Do Dogs Hump?

Why Do Dogs Hump?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz July 03, 2020 For some dog parents, humping behavior can cause frustration and embarrassment. Even though the behavior is co...

Dogs And Their Tails: Q & A

Dogs And Their Tails
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz June 27, 2020 Dogs’ tails come in many shapes and sizes and can provide pet parents with a wealth of information about how ou...

How To Get Rid Of Fleas On Dogs

How To Get Rid Of Fleas On Dogs
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz June 20, 2020 More than 2,000 species of fleas exist worldwide. Fortunately for us, only around 300 of these species are fou...

Why Do Dogs Bark?

Why Do Dogs Bark?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz June 13, 2020 Curious why your dog keeps barking at seemingly nothing? Annoyed that your neighbor’s dog barks all day in thei...

What Are Therapy Dogs?

What Are Therapy Dogs?
By Dr. Kaitlin Wurtz June 08, 2020 The bond between humans and dogs is incredibly powerful. For many, a dog’s presence can be soothing, bring joy...