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WRITTEN BYWailani Sung, MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB Veterinarian Dr. Wailani Sung has a passion for helping owners prevent or effectively manage behavior problems in companion animals, enabling them to…,Why Do Puppies Cry? Both puppies and adult dogs cry and whine, but often for different reasons. Puppies cry or whine when they are distressed, such as when they cannot find their mother. They emit sounds so that their mother can seek them out. When adult dogs cry and whine, their vocalizations may convey a greeting, a message of defense, an invitation to play, or maybe a sign of submission. It is important to determine why your puppy is crying or whining so that you can comfort them when they are distressed and attend to their needs.

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Activated charcoal is sometimes used in veterinary emergencies to help treat poisoning in dogs, but it doesn’t work for every situation. While it can be incredibly effective for certain toxins, there are limits to when and how it should be used. Some toxins don’t respond to it at all, and sometimes it can do more harm than good.  Here’s what Fleur Jones, DVM, ER vet at VEG ER for Pets in Clearwater, Florida; and Veronica Villanueva, DVM, medical director at VEG ER for Pets in Anaheim Hills, California, want you to know about using activated charcoal for dogs.  

Just as people have eye problems that develop with age, so do dogs, and they start to require more dog eye care. The most common eye problems of older dogs are cataracts, glaucoma and nuclear sclerosis. Blindness can develop from the first two conditions, and from retinal degeneration with age.

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Being in the dog house doesn’t have to be a bad thing. In fact, the best dog houses are cute, cozy and sturdy—a private spot where your pooch will love spending time. Plus, if you have a pup who likes to spend a lot of time out in the backyard, you’ll be at ease knowing that they have a safe place to get out of the elements and enjoy some shade on sunny days. To help you find the best doggy digs for your fur bb, we’ve rounded up Chewy’s best-selling and top-rated dog houses. These structures have been tested and approved by dog parents like you.

Like people, dogs can have sensitive stomachs. The signs usually are hard to miss: vomiting, loose stools, flatulence, decreased appetite skin rashes Luckily, by being knowledgeable of your pup’s eating habits and switching over to the best dog food for sensitive stomach issues, you may be able to give your pup relief. Here’s what to consider if you’re the parent of a pupper who seems to have tummy troubles.

Dreaming of sloppy kisses and long walks with a four-legged sidekick? Before diving into dog parenthood, it’s important to ask yourself if you’re ready.   Bringing a dog home means committing to your new bestie for their entire life—that could be a decade or more of treats, vet bills, and poop bags (and, of course, their undivided loyalty and friendship).    So, here are some key questions to ask yourself first.  

What foods can dogs not eat? Here’s a breakdown of the most common ones that can harm your pup (some simply dangerous, others truly poisonous)—and what to do if they get into them.  Alcohol  Avocados  Baked goods  Chocolate, coffee, and caffeine  Corn on the cob  Dairy products  Grapes and raisins  Nuts  Onions, garlic, chives, and leeks  Raw meat and eggs  Salty foods  Stone fruits  Xylitol  Yeast dough and raw bread dough ,While some human foods are perfectly safe as the occasional treat, others can cause serious—and sometimes life-threatening—problems for dogs. So, how do you know the difference? What can dogs not eat? Here are 14 toxic foods for dogs, as well as symptoms to watch out for.  If your dog eats any toxic foods, call your veterinarian for guidance or take them to the nearest veterinary or pet emergency clinic. You can also call the Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661. 

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