Can dogs be autistic?
Researchers have described a 'canine dysfunctional behavior' pattern - tail chasing, low social interest, sound sensitivity - in Bull Terriers...
Do dogs smile?
Yes - dogs make a relaxed open-mouth 'smile' that researchers call a 'play face' or 'submissive grin.' It's a social...
Do dogs cry?
Dogs produce tears for eye lubrication but do not cry emotionally the way humans do. However, a Murata 2022 study...
Can dogs get braces?
Yes - veterinary orthodontics is a real specialty. Dogs sometimes need braces or inclined-plane appliances to correct malocclusions where teeth...
Why does my dog smell like fish?
The classic fishy smell is leaked anal gland fluid - small scent glands on either side of the anus that...
Can dogs get strep throat?
Dogs don’t typically get classic human Group A strep throat (Streptococcus pyogenes), but they CAN carry it asymptomatically and re-infect...
Why does my dog follow me everywhere?
Most 'velcro dog' behavior is healthy attachment - dogs evolved to live in close social groups and bond to their...
Can dogs drink coconut water?
Yes, in small amounts. Plain unsweetened coconut water is non-toxic and provides electrolytes that may help mild dehydration. But it’s...
Can dogs taste spicy?
Dogs CAN detect capsaicin (the heat compound in chili peppers) through pain receptors - they experience a burning sensation similar...
Why do dogs tilt their heads?
The current best evidence (Sommese 2021, Animal Cognition) suggests head tilting is a sign of concentration and meaningful listening -...
