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Why Do My Dog’s Feet Smell Like Corn Chips?
If you get close enough to your dog's feet, you might have noticed that they smell a bit like corn chips or Fritos. Some dog owners, including yours...
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| September 13, 2022
Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Why Does My Dog Sit on My Feet?
After settling into your comfy chair, you're ready for a movie night at home. Before you can say "Pass the popcorn," your dog approaches, sits on your feet, and leans on your legs. This gesture has precedent, too; historically, aristocratic ladies used some small breeds as foot warmers. Plenty of doggie cushions line the floor, […]
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| August 26, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Why Does My Dog Sleep On Their Back?
When dogs sleep on their back with their paws in the air, is it healthy for them or not? They choose this odd position for comfort and safety.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-does-my-dog-sleep-on-his-back/
| August 18, 2022
Expert Advice: Why does my dog...
Why Does My Dog Put His Paw On Me?
Your dog gazes at you with love and longing. Suddenly, you feel your arm or leg gently caressed by their paw. You may be wondering, why does my dog put his paw on me? Is it a sign of hand-holding canine style? Or, perhaps they want a treat, a few pats on the head, some […]
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| August 8, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Why Is My Dog So Itchy? Possible Causes & Treatment
Is your dog constantly itching at themselves? There could be a variety of reasons behind the cause of this excessive itch.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-is-my-dog-so-itchy/
| August 2, 2022
Expert Advice: Common Conditions
Why Is My Dog Limping?
What are the common causes of dog limping, and when should you take your limping dog to the vet? Learn what to look for and what to do.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-is-my-dog-limping/
| June 29, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Alopecia in Dogs: Why Is My Dog Losing Hair?
Shedding happens. It's a fact. You can always count on locks losing their grip when spring or early autumn rolls around and dogs shed their seasonal coats. Environmental factors like temperature, nutrition, and stress can also affect canine coat loss. But while some loose hair occurs routinely during a dog's hair growth cycles, thinning hair […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/alopecia-dogs-dog-losing-hair/
| June 17, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Incontinence in Dogs: Why Does My Housetrained Dog Pee Indoors?
Accidents happen, but as a dog owner, there are two things that no one likes to witness. First, immediately after an outdoor bathroom break, your dog comes into the house and dribbles urine across the floor. Or, worse, your adult canine looks you squarely in the eye and urinates in front of you. These could […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/incontinence-in-dogs/
| June 3, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Why Is My Dog Shaking? Causes & Solutions
When it comes to communication, dogs are significantly better at interpreting our body language than we are theirs. Humans rely on verbal language more heavily than body language, whereas dogs are just the opposite. Unfortunately, this often means we are left scratching our heads, wondering what our dogs are trying to tell us. Shaking is […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-is-my-dog-shaking/
| April 18, 2022
Expert Advice: Grooming
Why Does My Dog Smell So Bad?
Why does my dog smell so bad? The answer might lie in a skin infection or disorder. Learn about medical reasons behind canine smells and how your vet can help.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/why-does-my-dog-smell/
| April 8, 2022