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Food

Can dogs eat pineapple?

Yes, fresh pineapple is a safe treat for dogs in small amounts, once you cut away the skin, core and crown. Here is how much is sensible, how to serve it, and the pineapple-for-poop-eating myth.

Emma Fielding

Toys

Why does my dog destroy every toy in minutes?

If every toy you buy is a pile of stuffing within the hour, the problem usually is not your dog, it is a mismatch between the toy and how they actually chew. Here is how to match toy to dog and get one that lasts.

Sarah Lin

Behaviour

How to introduce a new dog to your home

A rushed first meeting is the most common reason two dogs get off on the wrong foot. Here is the neutral-ground, slow-build method that gives dogs the best chance of settling in together.

Sarah Lin

Health

Signs of a dog ear infection

Head shaking, scratching, and a smell you notice before you see anything. Here is how to spot a dog ear infection early, what causes it, and when home care is not enough.

Emma Fielding

Health

Why does my dog have diarrhea?

A single soft stool is rarely an emergency, but diarrhea that keeps coming, or shows up with other symptoms, is your dog's way of telling you something is wrong. Here is how to tell the difference and what actually helps.

Emma Fielding

Breeds

The German Shepherd, temperament, needs, and who they suit

German Shepherds are as smart and loyal as their reputation suggests, but that same intelligence and drive means an under-worked one becomes a real handful. Here is the honest version before you commit.

Sarah Lin