Shih Tzus are hardy dogs with a relatively square body structure. Though they are considered a miniature breed, Shih Tzus can still reach a rather large weight for their relative size. Because of this, Shih Tzus are highly susceptible to gaining excess weight, which can lead to obesity. Taking steps to ensure your Shih Tzu
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Dog Health
Whether it is yourself, your family, or your pets, one of the most important concerns in life is health. As the responsible adult in your household, the health of children and pets falls to you. This category provides information on diet/food, diseases, vaccinations, and allergies. It offers tips on what to do and reviews products to help you do what needs to be done. It may be the most important category on Barkspot.
Bread is a staple in most people's diet, but is it safe for you to share with your dog? Bread may not cause immediate harm, but there are still risks.
If you worry about your dog having cherry eye and want to learn more, this guide explains the causes, symptoms, treatment options, and preventive measures.
Lots of people assume that all dogs naturally possess the ability to swim. While many breeds do, there are also plenty of pups out there who aren’t built for swimming. In this article, we will be going through some of these breeds and try to answer why they have such a hard time doggy paddling.
We’ve all been there – we notice our dog scratching and licking at an area. Somehow, they’re trying to simultaneously soothe and itch it to get much-needed relief. Unfortunately for them, itchy skin doesn’t work that way! You may notice redness, irritation, and hair loss as you stop them. Maybe the area smells a little
Keeping our pets healthy and happy is the ultimate goal of every pet owner. Many factors go into this goal: grooming, exercise, nutrition, preventing illnesses, watching for symptoms, and more. Some signs of illness require more urgent action than others. When it comes to the stomach and digestive issues, these are almost always a major
Many dog owners love to share a bite of their food with their dog, so the next time you are enjoying a delicious sandwich that you want to share with your dog, you may think: can dogs eat tomatoes?
Olives can be a healthy treat for humans, but can dogs eat olives? Having a dog as a pet may force you to wonder that are olives safe for your dogs? Unfortunately, the answer isn’t as simple as a “yes” or “no!” Sometimes olives are okay to eat, but they can be really dangerous in
Pugs a charming and chill pups that make some of the best companions. Their small size and adorable faces are hard to resist cuddling with. Even though these dogs come from quite the royal lineage, the pug breed is very low-maintenance. For all the pug lovers out there, we have just the facts you need
Brief Overview Can dogs eat popcorn? The answer is yes and no: plain, air-popped popcorn is safe for dogs to consume in limited amounts. Buttered popcorns or popcorns that have other toppings, on the other hand, are not safe for dogs to consume regularly. Are you planning a cozy movie night with family this weekend
While you know you love your dog, you have to admit—they don’t always do what you say. Even obedient and well-behaved dogs can have a stubborn streak. One second they’re the perfect picture of compliance, and the next they’re pretending you don’t exist. Their strong sense of independence can be frustrating at times, but it’s
There is nothing cuter than a Puggle. They’re like teddy bears with dog personalities. Puggles are friendly, playful, and very loyal pets. Puggles are social creatures and love everyone, including strangers. They are very active during the day and love attention. They will run around and play with you whenever they get the opportunity, but












