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DEAR DR. SCHELLING,
We're excited about adding Cornelius, a rescued mixed breed dog, to our family next week. He's our first pet. We've been reading up on dogs, getting ready for the big day. It seems dogs like to drink from all sorts of questionable sources of water, like puddles and (ugh) the toilet. How can we entice Cornelius to drink only fresh, clean water?
-New "Dog-Mom" To-Be
Dear New Dog Mom,
Congratulations on your new arrival. It sounds like Cornelius will have a wonderful home. This article, water is a dog's best friend, discuses the importance of water for dogs, offers suggestions on how to lead your dog to clean fresh water, and inspire your dog to drink adequate amounts of this essential nutrient.
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Dear Max,
Why does our dog like to roll in gross, smelly stuff?
–Stinky's Owner
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Dear Stinky's Owner,
Our desire to roll in smelly materials makes "scents" to us, but humans, with much less talented noses, aren't sure why we do it. Theories range from marking territory to using odors as camouflage to having some random canine fun.
This article may help you understand our penchant for "reeking and rolling;" it also offers practical ways to manage this earthy side of our personalities: Why Dogs Roll In Yucky Stuff?
Max
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