Author: Chewy Editors

With all of the family-friendly activities in Orlando, Florida, including plenty for your four-legged family members to join in on, it’s a no-brainer that Orlando is go-to spot for spring break family vacations. “Our destination recognizes that pets are part of the family, not just at home but on vacation too,” says Becca Bides, vice president of global communications at Visit Orlando in Orlando, Florida. Many families head to Orlando to check out all of the theme parks, like Disney and Universal. And although your dog cannot join you in those family activities, there are many places he can go to with your family. “Orlando is the top U.S. vacation destination for families, and that includes those who travel with their four-legged family members,” Bides says. “With the most dog-friendly restaurants per capita in the nation, an abundance of hotels and attractions that welcome pets, and plenty of city parks and trials for exploring, Orlando is a great place for visitors and their pups to stay and play together.”

With their large and strong build, Great Danes may appear intimidating at first, but the breed makes great family pets, needing minimal grooming and daily exercise, according to the AKC. However, like every dog, these dogs are still a big commitment, and will need proper training.,You know how the saying goes: Never judge a book by its cover. The same can be said of dogs, believe it or not. While some breeds may appear rough and tumble from the outside, you might actually be surprised how many of those breeds that appear menacing are, in fact, quite calm, given them proper amount of attention, training and exercise. We contacted the American Kennel Club to find out what some of the most popular “deceptively docile” dog breeds are. Here’s a list of the top six.

Holiday photos aren’t complete if your dog isn’t in the picture, so get your pup a Hanukkah doggy T-shirt to fit in with the rest of your decked-out squad. This comfy, cotton-poly blend shirt (sizes XS–3XL) is machine washable and slips easily over your dog’s head.,You wouldn’t dream of leaving your fur baby out of your Hanukkah celebrations, and that means surprising them with a special Hanukkah gift they can enjoy during playtime, mealtime, or any time. Not sure what to gift your pooch (or dog enthusiast who celebrates the holiday)? Our editors have rounded up Chewy customer favorites to bring you the best Hanukkah dog gifts of 2024. From adorable apparel and accessories for stylish hounds to plush dog toys for playful pups, this gift guide makes shopping a cinch so you can focus on the things that really matter—like frying up those latkes!

In the womb, a puppy’s circulatory system interacts with their mom’s blood supply through the umbilical cord and placenta. The puppy receives oxygen and nutrients and eliminates carbon dioxide and waste through the blood vessels that run through the umbilical cord between the placenta and the puppy’s body. When the puppy is born, the umbilical cord breaks (usually because the mom chews it off), leaving behind an umbilical stump. Over a few days, the structures within the stump break down, and the stump withers and falls off, leaving behind a flat belly button. During this time, the hole in the abdominal wall through which the umbilical blood vessels used to pass also starts to shrink and eventually closes completely—or at least this is what’s supposed to happen. A puppy has an umbilical hernia when they still have a hole in their abdominal wall after the umbilical stump has fallen off and all the surrounding tissues have healed. If the hole is large enough, abdominal contents (usually just a little fat) can push through, creating a lump.,Jump to section What Is an Umbilical Hernia? What Causes an Umbilical Hernia? Signs Your Dog Has an Umbilical Hernia Are Umbilical Hernias Dangerous? Treatment for Umbilical Hernias in Dogs