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Do Dogs Bury Their Poop? The 3 Unexpected Reasons Dogs Kick After Pooping

You’ve probably seen your dog kick their back legs after pooping.

Many pet parents wonder if their dog is trying to – without success – bury their poop.

Sometimes, your dog might actually manage to fling some grass over it, but most of the time, the poop will still be out in the open.

Is your dog trying to bury their poop, and if so, why are they so terrible at it?

Why Dogs Kick Up Grass After Pooping

Both Matilda and Cow go into a kicking frenzy after pooping.

Just this morning, Cow kicked directly into her poop, getting it between her toes on her hind paws. This is the third time she’s managed to do it. Usually I can get her to move to the side before kicking. But if I’m not fast enough, I’ll end up having to wash off her poopy feet before letting her go

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Happy Dogs and More Happy Dogs with Radio New Zealand

I spoke about dogs with Jim Mora for Radio New Zealand’s Sunday Morning–and then came back to answer listeners’ questions. 

Two happy herding dogs in a field of long grass, with the cover of the book Wag by Zazie Todd

By Zazie Todd PhD

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Recently, I chatted all about dogs with Jim Mora for Radio New Zealand’s Sunday Morning. We talked about my book, Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, the importance of reward-based training and enrichment for your dog, and the relationship between dogs and their people.

You can listen to that interview here: Dr. Zazie Todd: how we know your dog loves you.

Then I came back to answer listeners’ questions about dogs. We didn’t manage to fit them all in, but we covered lots of topics from dog training treats and the best ways to train your dog or deal with behaviour

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|In: Terrier Dog|Last Updated:
Ask Dr. Aziza: How Your Dog’s Nutrition Needs Change Throughout Their Lives

Nutrition plays an important role in health and longevity at every stage of your dog’s life. Let’s take a look at Dr. Aziza’s explanation of how dog nutrition needs can change throughout their lifespan.

Dog nutrition needs during the puppy years

The best puppy food options are formulated to meet the three key nutritional needs of young dogs:

  • Frequent
    meals throughout the day:     Puppies
    are young balls of energy that require frequent meals throughout the day to
    help maintain their blood glucose levels.
  • Calories
    match their energy use:     They
    also require a certain amount of calories to keep up with their young and
    robust metabolism.
  • Takes
    their breed size into consideration:     Because dog breeds come in different sizes, it’s also important to
    ensure the diet helps regulate the calories and calcium intake, preventing
    nutrition-related diseases like hip dysplasia and osteochondrosis. This is why
    it’s strongly recommended to choose diets labeled
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A Natural Look At Cancer In Dogs

Ways To Keep Your Dog Healthy!

Photo by Anusha Barwa

Currently, nearly 50% of dogs over the age of ten have cancer listed as their cause of death, a terrible reality for dog owners. It is more important than ever to be aware of cancer symptoms. The longer you wait, the worse the outcome. 

Online there is a flood of information regarding canine cancer. We receive numerous emails and calls from anxious dog owners seeking guidance. Every pet owner wants to know ‘‘Is Dog Cancer Curable With Holistic Remedies?” Therefore, we offer pet owners holistic treatments that will upgrade the immune system while benefiting all dogs, young or old, sick or healthy.

This article will walk you through some of the most promising natural treatments for canine cancer. In addition, you’ll also learn about dog cancer holistic remedies and natural supplements that will help your dog stabilize.

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How to Balance Calcium For Dogs?

Dogs need calcium to keep their bones healthy and strong. But how do you know if your dog is getting the right amount of calcium? And what can you give your dog to make sure he gets the calcium he needs?

In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of calcium for dogs, and provide tips on how to ensure your dog gets enough calcium in his diet. We will also recommend five of the best calcium supplements for dogs!

As we all know, calcium is essential for strong bones. But did you know that 99% of your dog’s calcium is in his bones? That means that calcium is crucial for your dog’s skeletal health. So how much calcium do dogs and puppies need?

The answer may surprise you – it depends on the dog’s age, size, and activity level. puppies, for example, need more calcium than adult dogs

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