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Why Your Dog’s Paws Smell Like Corn Chips or Popcorn

Apr 18, 2019 | Dogs

Weird question, we know, but have you ever caught a whiff of your dog’s paws? Many people describe their dog’s paws as smelling like corn chips, popcorn, or Fritos. So is this something you should worry about, or is your dog’s smell just making you strangely hungry?...

8 Common Dog Paw Problems & How to Treat Them

Apr 18, 2019 | Dogs

When your dog starts licking a paw or limping, it’s a sure bet there’s something going on with his or her paw pads. The following are some common causes behind your dog’s paw pad pain and how to treat the cause: 1. Nail Issues Sometimes paw pad irritation can be...

Obesity in senior pets

Apr 4, 2019 | Dogs

There have been countless journals, scientific papers, articles, blogs, stone tablets, and any other media form you can imagine dedicated to the topic of obesity in our pets. The latest figures are showing that almost 55% of dogs are classified as obese and almost 60%...

Best Practices for Moisturizing Your Dog’s Skin

Mar 18, 2019 | Dogs

There are a number of causes for dry skin in dogs, such as bacterial, parasitic, or yeast infections, metabolic or hormone imbalances, allergies, poor grooming, under bathing or over bathing, and environmental conditions– dry winter, or hot summer with low humidity....

How can I get my older dog upstairs safely?

Mar 18, 2019 | Dogs

Aging dogs are like aging humans– they begin to have mobility problems. The movement that was once effortless for an old dog can be challenging and much more labor intensive. These issues with older dogs often manifest as stumbles, unsteadiness, and hesitance. One of...

My Dog’s Paw May Be Infected, How Can I Tell?

Mar 8, 2019 | Dogs, Pet Owner Support

— Originally published March 8, 2019. Updated May 7, 2026.  — Your dog’s paws usually don’t get much attention until something changes. One day they’re walking normally, and the next they’re limping, licking, or refusing to let you touch a foot. When that...