Separation anxiety isn’t really exclusive to specific breeds, but there are some dog breeds that seem to be at a higher risk than others. While there are also many factors to separation anxiety, some dogs seem to fall victim to it without any rhyme or reason. If you’re currently struggling with separation anxiety or want …
Are you bringing up a new lab and looking for a unique, original or funny lab name? Whether you’re bringing home a new lab puppy, or an older rescue dog, we’ve got some great name ideas shared by our I Love My Chihuahua Facebook community. We asked our community the following question: Does your lab have …
iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The Best Orthopedic Dog Beds – Here’s What Most Important We all know the pains of sleeping on a less than ideal mattress. Especially as we age, the importance of your dog’s …
Have you ever wondered if your rescue dog was abused before they became part of your family? Maybe they jump at every small sound or cower if you raise your hand or pick up the newspaper. While it’s usually impossible to know for sure what sort of situation your dog lived in previously, there are …
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It’s no secret that life is much better with a dog. They can change your life in ways that you never would’ve expected before. Sure, they make a lot of everyday things harder than they have to be, but because we love them and they love us, we gladly accept the challenges! Any dog lover …
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For Pups With Short Attention Spans… Just like people, dogs can get hiccups. In addition to dog hiccups being very cute, in most cases they are completely harmless, being caused by eating too much food, eating too fast, or bouts of anxiety. In the rare cases that your dog’s hiccups don’t resolve in a few …
For Pups With Short Attention Spans… Dogs are pregnant for 58-68 days, or about two months. Dogs are first able to become pregnant during their first heat cycle around 5 to 6 months. Labor for dogs can typically last 4-24 hours. Breeding dogs can be an enormous and expensive responsibility so it is not recommended …
We all wish our dogs could talk to us – it would make life soo much easier! But did you know your dog does try to speak to you? While it might not be in your language, your dog most definitely communicates with you. The following are a few of the main ways your dog …
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You know your rescue dog had a life before you walked into the shelter, but how much of that time do they actually remember? Would your dog recognize their old owners or where they used to live? Can they recall specific experiences whether they were good or bad? For some rescues, forgetting a painful past …
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Both male and female dogs have been known to do it, the kicking grass after using the restroom routine. Dogs kick grass after going to the bathroom, and when they’re done, your yard is left with some not-so-appealing reminders. It happens after dogs pee and poop, and dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments have …
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