Dogs lick things for several reasons. When they lick themselves, it’s often an act of grooming. When they lick us, their owners, it can be a form of social communication, or even a means of saying, “Hey, I see the bottom of my bowl. Feed me.” When they lick the floor?...
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Doylestown Veterinary Hospital Blog
What Should I Do if My Dog Has Diarrhea?
Getting the, er, scoop on bowel movements is an all-too-common subject among dog owners. “What should I do if my dog has diarrhea?” is also one of the most frequently asked questions in veterinary medicine, says Dr. David MacDonald, DVM, CVA, CVSMT, with Doylestown...
What Should I Do If My Dog Eats Grass?
Finish this sentence: “When a dog eats grass, it means they have _________.” If you answered, “good taste” – well, to each their own. But if you answered, “an upset stomach” or “a tummy ache,” you’re not alone. In fact, most pet owners jump to that conclusion. It’s...
Help! My Dog Won’t Stop Sneezing
Let’s face it: Dog sneezes can be cute – the first time they happen. We say “Gesundheit” in a sing-song voice as they shake it off and everyone tends to move on with their lives. But the fourth time? The tenth? Well, then, dog sneezes can be scary. “There certainly...
What Should I Do if My Dog Gets Stung by a Bee?
It’s springtime. The birds are singing, the buds are blooming, and the bees are, well – doing what bees do. By and large, that’s pollinating flowers. Sometimes, it’s stinging our dogs on the nose. So, what do you do if your dog gets stung by a bee? Pretty much what...
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