FAQ

Foods poisonous to dogs include chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic, macadamia nuts, avocados, xylitol-containing products, and more. Many common human foods can cause serious illness or death in dogs.

Popular white dog breeds include the Samoyed, Great Pyrenees, White Swiss Shepherd, Maltese, Bichon Frise, West Highland White Terrier, and American Eskimo Dog. These breeds vary in size and temperament but share a distinctive white coat.

Snow can be dangerous for dogs if precautions aren't taken, as it poses risks like frostbite, hypothermia, and exposure to toxic chemicals. Proper clothing, paw protection, and supervision help keep dogs safe in snowy conditions.

Dogs’ noses are wet because mucus glands produce moisture that helps capture scent particles, and dogs frequently lick their noses to keep them moist and enhance their sense of smell.

Dogs lick their paws for self-grooming, but frequent or intense licking may signal injuries, allergies, infections, parasites, or behavioral issues. If licking is excessive or causes irritation, a veterinarian should evaluate your dog.

To travel with cats by train, reserve in advance, use an approved carrier that fits under your seat, and keep your cat inside the carrier at all times. Follow specific train operator rules regarding fees, paperwork, and pet eligibility.

Dogs pant to regulate their body temperature, as they can't sweat like humans. Panting also helps them manage excitement, stress, pain, or underlying health issues.

Cats can experience mood and behavioral changes during seasonal shifts, similar to seasonal depression in humans, though there's no scientific consensus that they have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) exactly as people do.

A fishy smell in dogs is most often caused by problems with their anal glands, such as impaction or infection, but can also result from dental disease, skin infections, urinary tract infections, or certain dietary factors.

Yunnan Baiyao is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine used in dogs to control bleeding from trauma, surgery, or certain diseases. It's administered under veterinary guidance and is not FDA-approved for animal use.