Our Expert: Dr. Sarah Wooten
Video: Why Does My Dog... Dig?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Tue Apr 12 09:26:00 EDT 2016It may be tough to explain to our gardens, but digging is a common, deep-rooted behavior that we can trace back to our dogs' wild ancestors. So are there other reasons dogs dig? There are many…View Full Post ›
Video: Why Does My Dog... Lick Me?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Tue Mar 08 14:05:00 EST 2016Dog lovers know that there's nothing better than a slobbery kiss from your favorite canine. But what does your dog's licking really mean? Is it simply a way for dogs to show affection or is there…View Full Post ›
Video: Why Don't My Dog's Paws Freeze in the Ice and Snow?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Wed Feb 03 11:02:00 EST 2016Ever wonder how your dog can walk on ice and snow without his paws freezing? In our new video, Dr. Sarah Wooten explains the amazing circulatory system at work inside our canines' paws — plus some…View Full Post ›
Video: Why Does My Dog... Lick the Muzzle of Another Dog?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Wed Nov 11 12:54:00 EST 2015Have you ever seen your dog lick the muzzle of one of his canine friends? You may wonder if it's the doggie equivalent of a kiss — or if it signifies something else. Dr. Sarah Wooten breaks down what…View Full Post ›
Video: Why Does My Dog... Kick the Grass After Pooping?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Tue Oct 13 12:23:00 EDT 2015Does your dog kick the grass after pooping or perhaps after going to the bathroom in general? As dog owners, many of us see behavior like this every day. But have you ever stopped to wonder what…View Full Post ›
Video: Why Does My Dog... Cock Her Head?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Tue Sep 08 21:52:00 EDT 2015Does your dog cock her head? If you have a canine who does this adorable behavior, you've probably wondered what it means. There's actually a lot going on there, and it involves the science of how…View Full Post ›
Video: Dangers That Threaten Dogs on the Hiking Trail
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Thu Aug 13 13:27:00 EDT 2015Are you ready to go for a hike with your canine companion? Before you head out, take some time to learn about the most common hiking dangers you and your dog are likely to encounter — and how to…View Full Post ›
Are Pet-Friendly Dorms Working?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Tue Nov 25 16:05:00 EST 2014College students leaving the comfort and familiarity of home for the first time can experience a lonely and stressful transition, but a small number of schools across the nation are making this…View Full Post ›
First Aid Kits for Dogs: Supplies You Should Pack
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Tue Sep 16 03:44:00 EDT 2014You know you need a dog first aid kit for hikes or camping trips you take with your canine, but do you know what should be in it? In this short video, Dr. Sarah Wooten covers basic first aid supplies…View Full Post ›
Video: How to Choose a Place to Camp With Your Dog
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Wed Aug 13 11:22:00 EDT 2014If you love camping, you may be looking forward to sharing your next trip with your dog. But how do you know where you can take your furry best friend and how to keep you and your dog safe? In this…View Full Post ›
Video: Expert Tips for Camping With Your Dog
By Dr. Sarah Wooten | Fri Jul 25 14:49:00 EDT 2014Thinking of going on a camping trip with your dog? We bet you know to administer flea and tick protection ahead of time and to take basics like food, water and a dog bed. Maybe you even know to take…View Full Post ›
