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Spring is in full swing, and summer is following right behind. It's time to go outside and play with your puppy. But, as your grass gets greener and the dog plays more, you might see him or her eating ...

If you spot your dog eating grass, there’s no need for concern. While you might find the behavior odd, it’s actually quite normal! In fact, a survey of 1,571 dog parents concluded that as many as ...

If you have a furry baby of your own, this one’s for you. There’s nothing more puzzling to a dog parent than when you look out the window and see your loved little one chowing down on none other than ...

Susan Hazel is affiliated with the Dog & Cat Management Board of South Australia and the RSPCA South Australia. Joshua Zoanetti does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any ...

Perhaps one of the most hotly debated and unusual “snacks” that dogs love is their occasional impulse to eat grass. Contrary to popular belief, your dog’s inclination to munch on grass doesn’t ...

Recently, I was giving a one-day course in dog behavior. During one of the breaks, a man came up to me and introduced himself as a veterinarian who was attending in order to catch up on the latest ...

You may have noticed that your dog or cat tends to munch on grass from time to time. This may seem like an unusual choice for a snack, especially for cats, which are carnivores. So why do our pets eat ...

I often wonder if I could love anything as much as a dog loves food. They show a particular zeal for any type of treat, be it meat, grains, or plants. Some people affectionately refer to their furry ...