Our dogs love to get their teeth on anything they can get their chompers on. While some non-food items like grass and leaves aren’t so bad, other chewable favorites–like socks and underwear–can cause long term issues. We’re breaking down why our pups love to snack on, really, anything outside of meal time, issues doggy pica–the
Author: The PetPlate Team
Dogs might not speak our language, but we feel like we always know what our dogs are thinking. However, there are so many more individual ways our dogs communicate through body language, facial expressions, sounds, and behavior. Understanding their signals not only strengthens our bond but also helps us respond to their needs more effectively.
There’s a reason why dogs are called man’s best friend: because they do so much for us every day, especially when it comes to our health. Did you know on average dog owners are healthier than their fellow pet-less households? It’s true, and we’re breaking down the science of why our dogs do so much
It’s Specially Abled Pet's Day, and we want to take a moment to celebrate our extra special pups and their different abilities. Our pups with special abilities need a little extra TLC everyday. There are many different kinds of differences our dogs can have, both physical and mental, and whether you’re a pro or thinking
We all wonder what our dogs are thinking and desperately want to gab with our furry companions. Over the last few years “talking” buttons have risen to fame through social media, which begs the question: Do they really work? The short is yes! Though the nuance isn’t that much different than training them with commands.
Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially deadly condition caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart and lungs that can lead to severe complications like heart failure, lung damage, and other organ problems. Now that the weather is getting warmer we’re giving you a guide to understanding heartworm disease, identifying symptoms, risks, treatments,
How to spot the difference between food and environmental allergies in your pup With spring, hopefully, springing into bloom soon we know that seasonal allergies will follow. Dogs, like humans, can have seasonal allergies that come and go with spring and fall, but what if it’s something else? If your dog is a little extra
As we Irish Americans gear up to celebrate St. Paddy’s day this weekend, we wanted to give a shoutout to our furry Irish friends who have been by our side for thousands of years. Historical Background Dogs, specifically the Irish Wolfhound, have been a fixture in Irish society since the days of Julius Caesar and
Our dogs love to get into everything they shouldn’t and even though we do our best to keep poisonous or dangerous chewables out of reach, they somehow still seem to find them. We are going to review some of the most common household items that are poisonous to dogs, what symptoms to look out for
The weather outside might be frightful, but we’ve got you covered with ways to keep your dog engaged, active, and happy in these winter months. Here are our top choices for indoor activities, and there should be something for every dog of all sizes and ages! Hide and Seek This one is one we’re all