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  Long nails mean hurting feet. When a dog’s nails contact with hard ground, the hard surface pushes the nail back up into the nail bed. This either puts pressure on all the toe joints or forces the toe to twist to the side. Either way, those toes become very sore, even arthritic in the long term. Trimming your dog’s nails regularly is a good but not-so-frequent habit. The most common reason for avoiding nail trims is that the owner is afraid of getting the dog scared and that he could turn aggressive and bite. So, nail cutting becomes an event surrounded by anxiety. For very active dogs who run all day long on varied surfaces, cutting nails may not be necessary. High mileage wears them down naturally. But among city or suburban dogs who are lucky to get a mile or two walk daily, excessively long toenails can be a problem. If you can hear nails clicking on your kitchen floor, they are much too long, it’s time to cut them. Here are some tips: – Trim nails outside or in a well-lit ro...

  Dog lick face Whenever a  dog loves a human  and feels connected to him, a  dog's lick face  is in order. This is an instinctive behavior they use to communicate with the people they trust. So, if you have your  dog licking your face , you can tell he trusts you entirely. When you get a  dog licking the face  of your pooch, he is trying to tell you something, or maybe gather information from you, cleaning you, or maybe just for the enjoyment of licking you.  Respect Dogs follow a pack order and one way to  show respect  to the leader of a pack is to lick their face. They do this to indicate their  submission to the pack . So, when your dog licks on your face, he is recognizing you as the leader of the pack. Affection Licking those they love is a functional behavior that puppies learn from their mother and siblings. When a mom licks her young, she strengthens the bond between her and her kitties. This is basically what your do...

  Human food is usually bad for your dog. We all know, for example, that chocolate, grapes, and alcohol are toxic to your furry friends. What you probably don’t know, however, is that there are at least 10 human foods you can share with your dog being sure you’re not doing him any harm. Peanut butter  contains heart-healthy fats, along with vitamin B, niacin and vitamin E. Try stuffing your dog’s bone with peanut butter for a fun treat Cheese . As long as your dog isn’t lactose intolerant (so, make sure he isn’t), low-fat cheeses can be a great treatment option for your canine friend. Carrots  are high in vitamin A and beta-carotene. They improve eyesight and benefits teeth. Pumpkin . Enjoy some of this vitamin A-packed fruit with your pup to keep their GI tract moving and help with doggy digestive issues. Eggs  are high in protein and easily digestible for your dog. Apples  are rich in vitamins and can help freshen your pooch’s stinky breath. But don’t forget t...

  There are two types of ear infections in dogs:  otitis externa , which is the inflammation of a dog's external ear canal, and  otitis media , inflammation of the dog’s middle ear. Otitis externa is a common and frustrating problem that can lead to more serious otitis media if not adequately treated. Identifying the cause and correct treatment of otitis externa can completely resolve clinical signs and prevent the recurrence or development of more serious diseases. Most dogs with otitis externa present head shaking and pruritus and the owner can also notice it by the foul smell coming from the dog ears. In this case, an otoscopic exam is required as well as a therapy. Your vet will be able to give your dog the most suitable treatment. Remember not to underrate ear problems because they are very simple to cure if taken in advance before they become more serious infections.