If your dog suddenly yelps when touched, especially when this is new behavior, it can indicate that something has become painful or unusually sensitive. A dog may react when you pet, stroke, or gently handle a particular part of the body even when there is no obvious wound or swelling. Dogs can also continue eating, […]
A dog that suddenly seems weak and shaky may have difficulty standing, walking, or participating in activities that are normally easy. Even if the shaking is mild, a noticeable drop in strength or coordination should be taken seriously, particularly when the change is sudden or your dog does not return to normal. Observe whether your […]
Dog diarrhea and vomiting after a food change can happen when the digestive system reacts to a new diet. What is noticed includes loose or watery stools, more frequent bowel movements, vomiting, nausea, or changes in appetite shortly after introducing a different food. The timing can make the food change seem like the obvious explanation, […]
Dog diarrhea and vomiting after anesthesia can be worrying, particularly when your dog has only recently returned home from a procedure. What may be noticed includes loose stool, watery diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, or several digestive symptoms occurring together while a dog is still recovering. Digestive upset can occur around the time of anesthesia, but vomiting […]
Dog diarrhea and vomiting after grooming can be unsettling, especially when your dog was eating, drinking, and behaving normally before the appointment. You may notice loose stool, repeated bowel movements, vomiting, nausea, or a combination of digestive symptoms after your dog returns from the groomer. The timing can make grooming seem like the obvious explanation, […]
A dog licking its paws and having bad breath may have two separate problems occurring at the same time, or there may be an underlying condition contributing to both. Paw licking is commonly associated with itching, allergies, parasites, irritation, or infection, while persistent bad breath is often associated with dental or oral disease. Neither symptom […]
A dog licking its paws and smelling like corn chips is a common concern for owners who notice a distinctive odor coming from the feet. Some dogs naturally have a mild, slightly yeasty or snack-like smell around their paws because the skin normally contains bacteria and yeast. However, a strong or newly noticeable odor combined […]
A dog licking its paws while repeatedly rubbing its face may be experiencing itching or irritation affecting more than one area of the body. This combination can be particularly noticeable when a dog licks its feet, then rubs its muzzle, cheeks, eyes, or ears against furniture, the floor, or its paws. The behavior may be […]
A dog may lick its paws, legs, body, or other surfaces when it has little to do, but boredom should not automatically be assumed to be the reason for persistent licking. Licking is a normal canine behavior used for grooming and other purposes, yet repetitive licking can become excessive when it occurs much more often […]
A dog licking its legs or joints repeatedly may sometimes be responding to discomfort caused by arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a painful, degenerative joint condition that can cause stiffness, reduced mobility, and lameness, but dogs do not always show pain in obvious ways. Some may instead develop subtle changes in behavior or repeatedly pay attention to […]