Best Flooring for Dogs: Hardness, Water and Grip Compared
The best flooring for dogs depends on the room. Where accidents and water bowls happen, a waterproof vinyl plank or tile is…
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Why Do Dogs Eat Cat Poop? And the Fixes That Actually Work
Dogs eat cat poop because, to a dog, it’s food left lying around, and scavenging is normal canine behavior. The Merck Veterinary…
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Is Catnip Safe for Dogs? The Herb Is Rarely the Problem
A sniff or a mouthful of catnip is unlikely to hurt your dog, but don’t count on it doing anything useful either….
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Can Cats Have Cinnamon? The Spice Is Fine, the Oil Isn’t
Cats can survive a lick of cinnamon, but it isn’t a treat to share. The ASPCA lists cinnamon as non-toxic to cats,…
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Dog Spay Cost: What Clinics Actually Charge for a Small Dog
A dog spay costs anywhere from about $75 to $250 or more at the low-cost clinics that publish their prices, and the…
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Is Neosporin Safe for Dogs? Yes, but Not on Bites or in Ears
Neosporin is safe for dogs on a minor cut or scrape, in a thin layer, once your vet has said yes. Pet…
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Dachshund Pregnancy: How Long It Lasts and How Many Puppies to Expect
A dachshund pregnancy lasts about 62 to 64 days, or roughly nine weeks, according to the Merck Veterinary Manual. Expect around four…
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Pepto-Bismol for Dogs: Check the Bottle Before the Dose
Pepto-Bismol for dogs can be used for mild, short-lived diarrhea, but only after you’ve talked to your vet. Its active ingredient, bismuth…
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Are Poinsettias Toxic to Dogs? Mildly, and They’re Not the Plant to Worry About
Poinsettias are only mildly toxic to dogs. The milky sap can irritate your dog’s mouth and stomach and may cause drooling or…
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Safe Ice Melt for Pets: Pick Urea, Then Lock Up the Bag
The safest ice melt for pets is one with urea as its main ingredient. ASPCA Poison Control calls urea the least irritating…
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Can Dogs Have Cinnamon? A Pinch Is Fine, the Oil Isn’t
Yes, dogs can eat cinnamon in small amounts. Ground cinnamon isn’t toxic to dogs, and AKC, citing Pet Poison Helpline, puts the…
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Can Cats Eat Dog Food? A Few Bites, Yes. A Diet, No
Yes, a cat can eat a few bites of dog food without harm, since nothing in it is toxic to cats. It…
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Can Dogs Eat Cat Food? A Raid Is Fine, a Habit Isn’t
Yes, a dog that empties the cat’s bowl will usually be fine. Cat food isn’t toxic to dogs the way grapes and…
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Can Dogs Eat Grapes? No, and What the Case Data Says About One Grape
No. Grapes, raisins, currants and sultanas can cause acute kidney injury in dogs, and there’s no known safe amount. Most dogs that…
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Miniature Dachshund Full Grown: Size, Weight and How to Tell If Yours Is a Mini
A full-grown miniature dachshund weighs 11 pounds or less and stands about 5 to 6 inches tall, according to the AKC. A…
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Teacup Dachshund: What the Label Means Before You Pay for One
A teacup dachshund isn’t a recognized size or variety. The AKC standard has two sizes, standard and miniature, and a miniature is…
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Dachshund Temperament: What Owner Surveys Say About Aggression, Barking and Anxiety
Dachshunds are bold, lively and loyal, and most are friendly. In a UK owner survey run by Dachshund Health UK, 74% of…
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Kaninchen Dachshund: The Rabbit Size and How It’s Measured
A kaninchen dachshund is the smallest of the three dachshund sizes in the FCI breed standard, the one used in Germany and…
