Dogs may occasionally eat grass or drink water after being outside, but frantic grass eating combined with drinking water can be more noticeable and concerning. The behavior may occur briefly or become repeated, and the circumstances in which it happens can provide useful information about what the dog is experiencing. In this guide, we explain […]
If your dog is excessively pooping and peeing, a sudden change in both bowel and urination habits can be worth paying attention to. Some dogs may temporarily poop more often after eating more food, changing diets, becoming more active, or experiencing a mild digestive upset. Likewise, urinating more frequently can sometimes happen after drinking more […]
Dogs may occasionally bite or chew around their rear end and tail as part of normal grooming. Occasional grooming around the areas can be normal, however, when a dog keeps biting his bum and tail, the behavior can become persistent and may indicate that something is bothering the area. You may notice your dog turning […]
Dew claws are extra nails located on the inner part of a dog’s legs and are a normal part of canine anatomy. They require regular attention because their position and structure differ from the other nails. Understanding how a dog’s dew claws should look and function can help owners recognize when something is not normal. […]
Occasional grooming of the paws is normal, but repeatedly returning to the same dew claw, chewing intensely, or suddenly becoming focused on one nail is more likely to indicate that something is bothering the area. Dew claws can be particularly prone to problems because they do not usually receive the same wear as the other […]
Dogs often chew on things they find outside, and sticks can be especially tempting because they are easy to carry, smell interesting, and provide something to gnaw on. Some dogs will simply hold a stick and chew it for a few minutes, while others may repeatedly break off and swallow pieces. Although chewing itself is […]
A dog chewing on nails can be easy to overlook, especially if it happens occasionally during grooming or after a walk. Some dogs may nibble at one nail, while others repeatedly chew several nails or lick and bite at an entire paw. The behavior can be harmless when it is brief, but persistent chewing often […]
When a dog suddenly starts chewing its leg, the behavior can be surprising, especially if it has never done it before. A dog may repeatedly lick, nibble, or bite one particular area, sometimes focusing on the lower leg, paw, ankle, or a spot higher up the limb. The sudden change usually means something about that […]
After giving birth, a mother dog may display behaviors that are unfamiliar or surprising, including eating feces. Some changes in behavior during the postpartum period can be part of normal maternal activity, but repeated poop eating should still be considered in the context of the mother’s recovery and the care of her puppies. The timing […]
A dog eating poop bags can be concerning because the issue involves more than an unpleasant habit: the bag itself may create a risk if swallowed. Even when a dog appears normal immediately afterward, ingesting part or all of a bag can raise questions about irritation, choking, or a possible intestinal blockage. The level of […]