Dogs may lick paws excessively because of pain, boredom, anxiety, or allergies — here's how to spot causes and when they may need a veterinarian.

It’s a familiar sight: Your dog curled up on the couch, licking or chewing away at their paws. While it might look like nothing more than grooming, many pet parents may wonder, "Why do dogs lick their ...

As pet parents, it can be difficult when our dogs aren't feeling their best because it can be so hard to determine the cause ...

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Puppy kisses can be a sweet sign of love from your canine, but only if you don’t think too hard about it – dog’s mouths contain more than 600 different types of bacteria. We certainly don’t walk up to ...

Animal experts are sharing why dogs shouldn’t be shamed if their paws smell like Fritos corn chips. “Dogs have normal levels of bacteria and yeast on their feet that leads to the Fritos smell,” Dr.

As pet parents, it can be difficult when our dogs aren't feeling their best because it can be so hard to determine the cause of their discomfort. After all, they can't verbalize their feelings, but ...