Dogs

Answers to everyday dog questions: why dogs do the strange things they do, how much to feed, cleaning up after them, and when to call the vet.

How to Get a Dog Unstoned at Home: Immediate Steps and Safety Tips

If your dog ate weed, call a vet or pet poison line now and don't induce vomiting at home. Learn the signs of THC poisoning and safe home care.

To get rid of dog gland smell on furniture, blot the spot, use baking soda and an enzyme cleaner, and see a vet if your dog's anal sacs keep leaking.

Dog breeds that burrow under blankets include Dachshunds, terriers, Beagles and Chihuahuas. Learn why dogs burrow and how to keep them safe.

To stop a dog pooping at night, rule out medical causes, feed at set times, take them out right before bed, and use a crate and steady routine.

A little dog smegma is normal. Heavy, pus-like or smelly discharge can mean infection, so see your vet; at home, gently wipe the sheath only.

To stop a dog resource guarding a person, rule out pain, never punish growling, and use desensitization and counterconditioning with a pro.

Cerenia rarely kills dogs. Deaths are reported, but the bigger risk is masking a blockage or poisoning. Learn its side effects and when to avoid it.

Most dogs don't need to wait to eat after deworming. Many dewormers can be given with food. Follow the label and your vet's dosing instructions.

A pound of dry dog food is roughly 3 to 5 cups, about 4 on average, since kibble density varies. Weighing food in grams is the most accurate.

Why does my dog not listen to me? Usually it's incomplete training, distractions, low motivation, anxiety, or a health issue. Here's how to fix each.