Category: Dog Facts

What Is an Emotional Support Dog?

Throughout history, humans have employed animals to complete many different jobs for us. Dogs in particular have fulfilled many roles from hospital helpers to members of the police force, military, and more. A profession for our four-legged friends, and dogs in particular, that seems to be cropping up more and more in the last few… Read more »

Canine Body Language: What is Your Dog Trying to Tell You?

Most dog owners aren’t afraid to admit that they talk to their pups on a regular basis. After all, how else are you going to make sure they know how loved and adorable they are? Your dog may respond with a little yap or bark here and there, but when they’re truly trying to communicate… Read more »

How Can I Tell If My Dog is Stressed?

The upcoming holiday season is an exciting, chaotic time of year for everyone—including your dog! All the stressors that pop up and throw you out of whack over the next few months can often have just as much of an effect on your four-legged family members. Give your dog the love and care they need… Read more »

Do Dogs Understand Us When We Speak?

Man’s best friend may not speak our language, but can he understand it? Does your dog really know that when he plants his butt and sits nicely on the ground when you tell him to “sit,” that he is, in fact, sitting—or does he just remember that if he does that, he gets a treat?… Read more »

How Certain Behaviors Can Stress Out Your Dog

Dogs can become stressed out for different reasons: perhaps they fear getting shots at the vet, they meet another dog that rubs them the wrong way, or they are nervous about being left alone. However, did you know that your personal behavior can also be a reason your dog is stressed out? Lankas Labs is… Read more »

Understanding Fever Symptoms of Dogs

While seeing 101 to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit on a thermometer is considered feverish for most people, this is the normal body temperature range for dogs. When your dog reaches a temperature of more than 103 degrees, they might have a fever. Below Lankas Labs has highlighted common fever symptoms and causes as well as suggestions… Read more »

How to Teach Your Dog Not to Lick

Here at Lankas Labs, we know your dog loves to lick sometimes—they do it the minute you wake up, the minute you get home from work, and the minute you’re about to sleep. And we know some of our Pointing Labradors are guilty of it, too. But not every dog owner enjoys a lick from their… Read more »

Keep Dogs Safe During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is officially upon us, and it’s one of the most wonderful times of the year. As families and friends gather to celebrate, our dogs are often the life of the party! If you’re a dog owner, the holidays can present some unique challenges when it comes to protecting your dog from potential… Read more »

Odd Eating Habit of Dogs Explained

You probably spent quite a bit of time setting up an area of your home for your dog to eat. You likely have a matching food and water bowl for your pet as well as decorative a mat to prevent your dog from making a big mess. So why then do some dogs take the… Read more »