Do Dogs Get Seasick? Vet-Verified Causes, Signs & Helpful Tips
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Many dogs enjoy swimming and going on boat rides. However, it’s important to remember that some dogs can feel seasick if they’re on a boat. Therefore, it’s important to keep an eye on your dog and look for signs of seasickness, especially if it’s their first time riding a boat. We’ll go over the signs of seasickness in dogs and provide tips on how to help your dog if...
NATPAT Pet Patches Review 2024: An Expert’s Breakdown
Click to Skip Ahead Our Final Verdict We give NATPAT’s Pet Patches an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars. Quality: 5/5 Variety: 4.8/5 Effectiveness: 4.7/5 Ingredients: 5/5 Value: 4.8/5 Are you looking for a natural way to calm your pet or protect them from ticks? Do you want an easy way to provide fast-acting stress relief for your pup? Does your dog have allergies to traditional tick repellents? If you answered yes, NATPAT’s pet patches might be the solution for you. NATPAT is a wellness company in Beaverton, Oregon that makes...
The Causes and Effects of Canine Trauma and Helping a Dog Heal
Canine trauma is a common issue that’s unique to each individual dog. Every dog will perceive and process experiences differently, but it’s important to know the causes, effects, and how to help a dog through trauma. Canine trauma is an internal response caused by distressing external events. The impact compromises the dog’s perceived level of safety, creates internal disruption and discord, and sets the stage for a tricky road ahead for many. Although trauma won’t happen to every dog, pet parents can prepare...
Can Dogs Eat Okra? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Info
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Okra is a staple in many cuisines, including Creole, Brazilian, and Cuban. The food is an edible seed pod that you can eat raw, boiled, sauteed, or pickled. Eating can be challenging for some people because of the characteristic goo that forms when cooking it. It’s not a safety concern but an aesthetic one involving texture. However, it’s not a problem for your dog. Canines can eat okra...
Celebrate 30 years of Maddie’s Fund with Cuddly and monthly giveaways!
Join us in celebrating our 30th Anniversary with a giveaway on Maddie’s® Pet Forum! In celebration of Maddie’s Fund® 30th anniversary, Maddie’s Fund and Cuddly have partnered to provide $1,000 in prizes monthly, for engaging on a special anniversary-related post on Maddie’s® Pet Forum starting now. We’re celebrating for an entire year! Each month, the Maddie’s® Pet Forum Admin account will post a discussion thread on Maddie’s® Pet Forum tagged with...
Why Is My Dog Throwing Up Mucus? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & What to Do
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » It’s always a terrible time when your canine companion is throwing up, especially when you don’t know why they are. When cleaning up your pet’s vomit (whether your pup has thrown up a single time or is doing so frequently), you should always check it to see what’s coming up, as what’s in the vomit could hold clues as to why your dog isn’t feeling well. Sometimes, in a dog’s...
Can Dogs Eat Chicken Skin? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead It’s common knowledge that chicken is good for us, and dogs can absolutely reap the health benefits of chicken, too. However, not all parts of the bird are recommended for your canine companion, and chicken skin can be one of them. While plain, unseasoned chicken skin isn’t toxic for dogs, we believe the cons of offering your dog a taste of this high-fat food far outweigh the pros. Read...
Can Dogs Sense Evil? Vet-Verified Facts & Info
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead We’ve all seen movies in which the dog can sense the evil of another character before the humans know anything is going on. The dog barks and growls at the object or person harboring malevolence while their owners go about their daily business as if there isn’t a demon in their midst. But is there any truth to the trope that dogs can sense evil? While there may be anecdotal evidence...
Can Dogs Eat Gummy Worms? Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts & Alternatives
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead We take our dogs with us wherever we go, spoil them on holidays, and consider them part of our family. So, it makes sense if you’d like to share your favorite activities and snacks with them, too. But what if the first treat you reach for when you’re feeling snacky is gummy worms? Can you share these with your dog? Unfortunately, gummy worms are not a dog-friendly treat. Not only are...
Why Do Huskies Scream? 4 Main Reasons & How to Prevent it
Click to Skip Ahead Huskies are a very vocal dog breed, using various tones and sounds to convey their feelings. The Husky scream is one of the most startling of these vocalizations, and if you’re not used to hearing it, you could easily be convinced that the pup was being tortured! Thankfully, these screams are a completely normal vocalization a Husky uses to communicate with each other, and tell their owners they’re annoyed, seeking attention, anxious, fearful, or excited. Read on to learn more about why Huskies make these...
