Dog Everyday Problems

Do Beagles Smell? The Surprising Answer

As hunting hounds, beagles smell – and for a good reason. But, if that beagle smell is getting to be a little too much, there are some things that you can do to help to mitigate it. Beagle owners will affectionately tell you that their dog smells – not the Frito feet smell that all…

Do Border Collies Like Water? Yes or No

A border collie is no Labrador Retriever when it comes to water, and while they are great swimmers, their fondness for water varies from dog to dog. Are Border Collies Bred to Swim? The border collie is a working dog bred for fieldwork – specifically herding. So, when it comes to water, this…

Why Is My Dog Running Away From Me All Of A Sudden?

Suppose you had started running away from them when they did not. In that case, it could be that they are bored, want to play, are trying to communicate something, recall a negative experience, are running towards something, are running away from something, or are suffering from illness. Let us look at each of these…

Do Dogs Get Dizzy From Chasing Their Tails?

Dogs do get dizzy, but scientists do not believe that they get dizzy from chasing their tails…although they are not entirely sure why! How can dogs chase their tails without getting dizzy? We have gathered everything you need to know, including, Why do we get dizzy? Why dogs don’t get dizzy from chasing their tails?…

Why Does My Dog Freeze On Walks? (Or “You Can Do It! I’ve Got Treats!”)

The most common reason for dogs freezing while walking is the triggering of a primal instinct. This primitive instinct may be prey drive, fear, irritation, or even aggression, but whatever the cause, you must address the problem head-on to help your dog move forward. We have put together a quick guide to help you…