DogHealth

Why Does Your Dog Snore And Should You Be Concerned?

Why Does Your Dog Snore And Should You Be Concerned?

Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsThere are a lot of people who love to sleep with their dogs (and vice versa!!) as a dog can provide a sense of security and for many people, decrease feelings of anxiety. Plus, co-sleeping with your dog can definitely strengthen the bond between human and canine.So if you sleep with your dog or even have him sleeping in the same room and your dog has a habit of snoring, this can certainly disrupt your night's rest.Funny, Not Funny!As funny as it is to us humans to hear a dog snoring away while sleeping, this might…
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Is It OK To Let My Dog Lick His Wound?

Is It OK To Let My Dog Lick His Wound?

Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsDogs will naturally lick any wound on their bodies they can reach with their tongues, as it’s just instinct for them to do so. Because this is such common behavior, many people believe that when a dog licks a wound, it will promote healing. There is some evidence that dog saliva has some antibacterial, plus the rough surface of a dog’s tongue can loosen dirt which may have gotten into the wound.While licking may have some positive aspects to it, the harm it may cause outweighs the good. Licking can cause irritation and this can open the…
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