Most of us have noticed our dog walk into the backyard and grab a chunk of dirt to nibble on. It's usually no big deal. If it happens every day, however, it's something to be concerned about. But how ...

Ah, dogs—the gluttons of the pet world! Always ready for some culinary adventures. Unlike cats, who often turn up their noses at everything unless it’s served by a five-star chef, dogs will eat just ...

DEAR JOAN: Our two King Charles Cavaliers have dug two shallow holes in our backyard and seem to eat some of the dirt that they loosen with their front paws. One is a spayed 6-year-old female and the ...