Dog health & dog care

Understanding Dog Behavior Why Does My Dog Keep Licking Its Paw?

Is your dog licking or nibbling its paws? PETBOOK explains the reasons behind this behavior and what owners can do about it.

Is that just a pleading puppy-dog look, or is my dog actually sad?

Expert Explains How Your Dog Changes When It's Truly Sad

Dogs know exactly how to pull out all the stops with just one sad look. But how can I tell if my dog is truly sad?

Sweet Scent Why Dog Paws Surprisingly Smell Like Popcorn

For many people, dog paws smell like popcorn or corn chips. We explain the phenomenon behind this.

Dog Trainer Warns Why Neutering Harms Many Dogs More Than Expected

A blanket castration of dogs used to be standard practice. Today, this approach is being abandoned—not only because it carries risks.

Veterinarian Discusses the Phenomenon of "Überköten" Overangulation in Dogs: Here's What Could Be Behind It

Does your dog drag its claws on the ground? Here's how to identify overgrown claws or claw dragging and possible causes.

Not Just in Summer Heavy Panting in Dogs Can Be a Warning Sign

In certain situations, a dog may pant excessively. Here's what could be behind it, when it becomes dangerous, and more.

Harmless Behavior or Warning Sign Why Do Dogs Tuck Their Front Paws Under When Lying Down?

Why does your dog's paw often bend awkwardly when lying down? Dog trainer Katharina Marioth explains the reason behind this posture.

When Every Minute Counts! Could You Recognize Gastric Torsion in Dogs?

A gastric torsion in dogs is always an emergency and requires immediate treatment. Here's how to recognize the symptoms and which breeds are particularly affected.

How Often Should You Deworm Your Dog and Cat?

Can Dogs and Cats Experience an Allergic Shock?

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Flatulence in Dogs Did You Know? Why Dog Farts Smell So Bad

A rumble in the stomach and suddenly it smells like dog farts—but why do they always stink so much? PETBOOK explains it.

If an older dog's gait changes, there may be more to it than just normal signs of aging.

New Study Is Your Dog's Gait Changing? It Could Be a Sign of Dementia

A dog's gait might offer clues to early dementia. Why shorter steps could reveal more than previously thought.

Dog Trainer Explains Why Dogs Suddenly Get More Stressed in Summer

Why does your dog suddenly seem restless in the summer? Summer stress, heat, and an overflowing stress threshold are often the cause.

Veterinarian Warns These Medications Can Be Deadly for Dogs and Cats

Paracetamol and ibuprofen can cause poisoning in pets. Learn about the risks for dogs and cats.

Clogged Sebaceous Gland Can You Express a Dog's Sebaceous Cyst Yourself?

Suddenly, there's a lump under the fur. A sebaceous cyst in a dog could be an atheroma, which should be monitored.

Underestimated Risk Veterinarian Warns: Mediterranean Vacations Can Be Dangerous for Dogs

Vacationing with a Dog at the Mediterranean? Veterinarian Dr. Ingo Schäfer warns of a frequently underestimated risk that can have long-term consequences.

Four out of five animals affected Why Bad Teeth Can Be Life-Threatening for Dogs

Sick dog teeth are not just a cosmetic issue. Periodontitis can strain the heart and organs, often without clear warning signs.

Not Difficult, but Sick Why Your Dog's Thyroid Can Change Its Behavior

The thyroid gland in dogs affects much more than just metabolism. Behavioral changes in dogs can be an early warning sign.

An elderly dog sits surrounded by plants on the floor of an apartment.

Aging Process Do female dogs go through menopause?

Do Female Dogs Experience Menopause? An Overview There are many signs of aging in female dogs, but do they go through something like menopause? Here's a look.

Australian Sea Lion Elvis Visits the Dog Groomer

Experience Report My First (and Last?) Visit to the Dog Groomer

PETBOOK author Manuela Lieflaender took her male dog, Elvis, to the groomer for the first time and had quite an unusual experience.

Can Dogs Actually Eat Ice Cream? PETBOOK Explains What Owners Should Consider

Irresistible Snack Can Dogs Actually Eat Ice Cream?

Many people wonder in the summer if their dog can have some ice cream. However, that's not always a good idea.