Can dogs get the flu (from humans or other dogs)?
Dogs get canine influenza virus (CIV) - H3N8 and H3N2 strains - from other infected dogs, not from human flu...
Why do dogs wag their tails?
Tail wagging is a communication signal, not automatically a 'happy' signal. The interpretation depends on the position (high, neutral, low),...
Can dogs get poison ivy?
Dogs rarely develop a rash from poison ivy - their fur blocks the urushiol oil from reaching the skin. The...
Why does my dog stare at me?
Soft eye-contact with relaxed ears and a slightly wagging tail is bonding behavior - studies show mutual gaze raises oxytocin...
Can dogs get lice?
Yes, dogs can get lice - but canine lice (Trichodectes canis - biting; Linognathus setosus - sucking) are species-specific and...
Why do dogs howl (and at sirens)?
Howling is an ancestral wolf behavior for long-distance communication - locating the pack, declaring territory, announcing a presence. Sirens trigger...
Can dogs get hiccups?
Yes - hiccups in dogs are common, especially in puppies. Same mechanism as in humans: involuntary diaphragm spasms. Causes include...
Why do dogs lick you?
Most face/hand licking is affection and attention-seeking, not 'kissing' - dogs learn from puppyhood that licking the muzzle of a...
Can dogs get pink eye from humans?
Cross-species transmission is rare but possible. Most human conjunctivitis is caused by adenovirus or enterovirus, which don’t readily infect dogs....
Can dogs get dehydrated?
Yes - and quickly. Dogs lose water through panting, urinating, vomiting and diarrhea. A dog losing 5-7% of body water...