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Can Dogs Eat Plantains? Let’s find out!

Updated November 29, 2020 by TailSmart Leave a Comment

Can dogs eat plantains?

Part of the banana family, plantains are very similar-looking to the popular fruit and offer many health benefits. Plantains originate from Southeast Asia but they are commonly grown around the world now. Plantains have less sugar and a higher starch profile in comparison to a standard banana. They’re composed of mostly complex carbohydrates, … [Read more...]

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Husky Howling – Let’s learn more!

Updated December 19, 2020 by TailSmart Leave a Comment

Huskies howling

Here’s a little secret that all husky parents learn at some point: huskies love to howl, but they don’t bark very much. To those who are new to huskies, that might seem a little unsettling. But rest assured, husky howling is totally normal. In this article, we’re going to help you understand all about why huskies howl. Plus, if the howling gets … [Read more...]

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Dog Eating Grass Frantically – Should I Call a Vet?

Updated November 8, 2020 by TailSmart Leave a Comment

Dog eating grass frantically!

Dogs are curious creatures that will sniff, lick, and chew pretty much anything they see. It’s just how they experience the world. Sometimes they’ll “graze”, burrow, or nuzzle their noses in grass simply because they found something interesting hidden in it or have picked up a trace scent. But there will be moments when it’s more than a passing … [Read more...]

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Can Dogs Eat Hummus? You Might Be Surprised.

Updated November 12, 2020 by TailSmart Leave a Comment

Can dogs eat hummus?

Hummus is a yummy Middle Eastern dip that has become quite popular in the U.S. due to its delicious taste, as well as its many health benefits. With ingredients that are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, hummus is a superfood that’s great to eat for weight loss or just to maintain a healthy diet.  If the benefits to … [Read more...]

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Dog Jowls – All You Need To Know And More

Updated December 6, 2020 by TailSmart Leave a Comment

Dog Jowls

See those loose folds of fleshy skin along your dog’s jaw? Those flappers that your friend is flashing are called jowls, and depending on the breed, every dog’s jowls are unique and have unique features. Dogs that have particularly droopy jowls include: BloodhoundsBulldogsRottweilersBullmastiffSaint BernardsPit bulls Quite apart from … [Read more...]

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Hi, my name's Evelyn! My family and I live an active, busy and sometimes chaotic lifestyle. I love animals and had dogs growing up and currently have a cat named King. I'm the editor here at TailSmart and look forward to creating and curating great content for you, and of course learning as I do. Read More…

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