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commented answer What should I wash my dog with?

I have a small inside dog and we use whatever shampoo we use on ourselves. It has never dried out her skin and we always get compliments on how soft her fur is. You don't want to use conditioner on them though.

commented question Why does my dog eat horse poop?

Horse manure is like perfume to dogs so they love to roll in it and even eat it. Try to keep them from eating it because you don't know what diseases the horses have and it could make your pup sick.

commented question Why does my old dog shake?

There can be many reasons for a dog to shake. Cold, scared, hunger, etc. Older dogs often develop arthritis which weakens joins which could be causing the shaking. If you are worried you can always take them to the vet to evaluate them.

answered a question Why does my dog seem sad?

There are a variety of reasons for your dog to seem sad. Dogs do since your emotions so if you have been stressed or depressed recently they could be picking up on those moods. If this mood persists I would suggest taking them to your vet to make sure there isn't something more serious wrong.

answered a question Why does my dog lick my leg?

Dogs lick for many reasons. They do lick to show affection but they also will do that after a workout if you are sweaty, if you are out of the shower so you are wet are some examples.

commented question What can I give my dog for constipation?

You can also drizzle olive oil over their food.

commented question Why does my dog eat plastic?

Dogs are a lot like babies where they learn more about something by taste and sometimes eating it. They just don't know better and need to be trained.

commented question Why does my dog growl at people?

A growl is a warning. For some reason they feel threatened or fear you are threatened.

commented question Why does my dog keep scratching herself?

Could be dry skin or an allergy. Try bathing them with a hypoallergenic pet shampoo.

commented question Does my dog have cancer?

Cancer is normally a small hard bump. Like a frozen pee under there skin but it's always best to see your vet in situations like this.

commented question Why does my dog poop in his crate?

Sometimes dogs are assumed of doing there business in front of someone they care about. They could be doing that to try to hide the fact they are going. They also normally get in a schedule and use the restroom around the same time each day so it could just be when you are creating them.

commented question does the dog owner provide the food for the sitter?

It is best for the dog owner to provide the food to insure your pup gets what they are used to.

commented question Why does my dog only pee once a day?

Your dog must be very well house trained however it sounds like they are not drinking enough water and could be dehydrated.

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