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Andrew Hicks

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Is Your Dog in Pain? They May Be Hiding It

Dogs are masters at hiding pain. It’s a survival instinct — in the wild, showing weakness made them vulnerable. But at home, it means we often miss the signs. Pain in dogs can come from arthritis, injuries, illness, or dental issues. The symptoms? Sometimes subtle, sometimes surprising: 🐶 Lethargy or sleeping more than usual 🐶 Changes in appetite or dropping food 🐶 Avoiding stairs or hesitating to stand up 🐶 Not wanting to play or cuddle like they used to One of my own dogs started skipping meals and seemed a little quieter — turned out he had a fractured tooth causing him pain every time he ate. If your dog’s behavior seems off, trust your gut. Have your vet check for pain or discomfort. The sooner you catch it, the sooner they can get relief — and back to being their joyful self. #DogHealth #PainInDogs #DogCareTips #ListenToYourDog #VetVisit

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Robert Koch

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From Nervous Pup to Vet Visit Pro: Start Early, Stress Less

The first time I took Scout, to the vet, I expected some nervous tail-tucking—but what I didn’t expect was full-on panic. That was my wake-up call: I hadn’t prepared him for vet visits at all. Since then, I’ve learned that a little early training makes a huge difference. Handling Scout’s paws, ears, and mouth at home became part of our daily routine. I took him on short car rides that ended in treats—not shots. And one day, we just walked into the vet’s office, said hello, got a cookie, and left. No exam, no drama—just good vibes. Now, Scout trots in like he owns the place. Our vet even uses peanut butter and calming music (seriously!) to make it a good experience. Less stress means better care, and better care means a healthier dog. Breeders and new owners alike have a big role to play in shaping how pups feel about the vet. And trust me—it’s worth every effort when your pup walks in with a wag instead of a whimper. #FearFreeVet #PuppyConfidence #StressFreeVetVisits #DogCareTips #HappyHealthyPup

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Erin Clark

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The Day My Dog Ate Grass—and Sent Me into a Panic

One morning during our usual walk, my dog Luna suddenly darted toward a patch of tall grass and started chomping like it was gourmet salad. I thought it was funny—until we got home and she threw up all over the kitchen floor. Panic kicked in. Was she sick? Poisoned? I googled everything I could and found a bunch of theories: maybe her stomach was upset and the grass helped trigger vomiting… or maybe it was some ancient instinct from her wolf ancestors. Or maybe, dogs are just weird and like to keep us guessing. Still, the vomiting didn’t stop. She skipped dinner. That’s when I knew it wasn’t just a fluke. We went straight to the vet the next morning—with a poop sample in hand. Turns out, she had a mild parasite, likely from that “innocent” patch of grass. Now, I never ignore grass-eating. Lesson learned the hard way. Ever had a scare like this with your pup? I’d love to hear your story in the comments! #DogMomLife #PetHealthJourney #WhyDogsEatGrass #DogCareTips #LearningTheHardWay

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