What Are Anal Glands & Why Do Pets Have Issues with Them? Anal glands (also known as anal sacs) are two small scent glands located on either side of your cat or dog’s rectum. Normally, these glands empty naturally during bowel movements, releasing a unique scent used for communication and territory marking. However, problems occur
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Why Is My Dog/Cat Eating Grass?
Q: Why is my dog/cat eating grass? A: There are numerous reasons that dogs and cats will eat grass and other plants. Many dogs and cats eat grass and other plants because they just like the taste. Younger dogs and cats are similar to toddlers and tend to explore their world by putting everything including
Why Does My Dog Bark So Much?
Dogs bark for many reasons including: – They are excited! – They are nervous or scared – They are giving a warning – They are trying to get the attention of another animal or human – They have a true anxiety disorder Some breeds tend to bark more than others, but even individual pets within
What Human Foods Are Safe For My Pet To Eat?
As a general rule, if you are unsure if a food is safe for your dog, please do not feed it to them. Foods extremely toxic to your pet Grapes/raisins Onions Garlic Sugar free gum, or anything with xylitol in it Chocolate Coffee Macadamia nuts Tomatoes Raw dough Anything with oil or grease Foods known
Can My Dog Eat That? A Veterinarian’s Take on the Internet’s Most Asked Foods for Dogs
Based on an article that first appeared at GeniusVets As a dog owner, it’s natural to wonder about the safety of sharing your favorite foods with your furry friend. The internet is full of questions about what dogs can and cannot eat. To help clear up the confusion, we’ve compiled a list of the top