Two studies have identified gastrointestinal problems in dogs that licked surfaces excessively or engaged in fly biting behavior. Once the underlying problems were treated, the compulsive behavior in ...

One of the primary reasons a dog might lick the air is due to underlying medical conditions. According to Dr. Henry Pasternak, a holistic veterinarian in Los Angeles, “Air licking can be a sign of ...

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When we talk about dog bites, we often imagine a large dog growling behind a fence or lunging on a leash. Rarely do we think of a tiny Terrier or a pint-sized Chihuahua. But size doesn’t determine ...

A researcher at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) has found that more than 99% of dogs in the United States show behaviors that are potentially problematic, ...