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Before You Adopt a Dog
Are you thinking about adopting a dog from a shelter or buying a purebred from a breeder? Before you adopt a dog think about the reasons you want to adopt. Is it for companionship, protection, or maybe...
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Should You Supplement Your Older Dog’s Diet?
Many dog owners wonder if they should add a supplement to an older dog’s diet. As your dog ages, it becomes even more important to feed it a healthy dog food and add a beneficial supplement. Older...
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Pig Ears for Dogs
Pig ears are often used as treats for pets. Although they are a tasty snack, pig ears can lead to several problems for dogs that you should be aware of. Pig ears when dried are a crunchy treat for a...
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Dog Digestion Problems: Bloating and Flatulence
Dogs digestion problems like bloating and flatulence can be very uncomfortable for a dog and cause intestinal pain. And when a dog passes gas, it’s not very pleasant for anyone standing nearby....
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Joint Disease in Dogs
It’s inevitable that many dogs will develop some form of joint disease during their lives. It may be mild and unnoticeable, or it could be debilitating, severely affecting a dog’s quality of life by...
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Hip Dysplasia in Weimaraners
The Weimaraner is a relatively new breed of dog that dates back only to the 19th century. They were bred by noblemen of the Weimar court who wanted a breed that embodied a good sense of smell, strong...
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Diet for Fat Dogs
A diet for a fat dog seems like a no-brainer. If a dog is overweight, its owner is simply feeding the dog too much food or too many treats. It’s important to feed your dog the correct serving amount...
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Hip Dysplasia in Pugs
Although it is not very common to find hip dysplasia in Pugs, it still is one of the diseases that a Pug owner should be aware of. Pugs love to relax on your couch or favorite chair, whether you’re...
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Arthritis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Arthritis in dogs is a debilitating condition affecting approximately 20% of all adult dogs. Arthritis generally develops when a dog is older but it can also affect younger dogs. In order to provide a...
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Dog Myths and Facts
Dog care advice comes from many different sources, and therein lies the reason dog owners can be confused when it comes to dog myths and facts. Here are some of the most common myths about dogs: (1)...
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Liver Disease in Dogs
There are some man-made chemicals that are toxic and can cause liver disease in dogs as well as humans. The list of these chemicals includes phosphorus, selenium, carbon tetrachloride, insecticides,...
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Chocolate Can Kill a Dog
Have you ever wondered if chocolate can kill a dog or if that’s simply a myth spread by some dog owners? Some ‘people foods’ are safe to feed your dog as long as you don’t overdo it by giving your pet...
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Why Dogs Eat Grass
As a dog owner, from time to time you may have wondered why dogs eat grass. I’m not referring to weeds or plants that a dog sometimes munches on, but ordinary grass that grows on your lawn or a...
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Why Dogs Puke
Dogs puke just like humans do if they’re overcome with nausea and acute indigestion. If your dog swallows a solid object, it often vomits it back up. If the object is small enough it may pass through...
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Hip Dysplasia in Dogs:Causes and Symptoms
Hip Dysplasia in dogs is a disease that affects the hip joint that attaches a dog’s hind leg to its body. The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint with the ball portion being the head of the femur (the...
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Hip Dysplasia in Dalmatians
Do you remember when a Dalmatian dog could be seen riding on a fire truck? Or how about the Disney film “101 Dalmatians”? I doubt that as you were watching these magnificent creatures you ever thought...
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Bacon and Dogs
Bacon and dogs go together like a …well, like a horse and carriage! “I had rather be shut up in a very modest cottage with my books, my family and a few old friends, dining on simple bacon, and letting...
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Why Choose a Golden Retriever as a Pet
If you choose a Golden Retriever as a pet you’ll have a devoted companion for life. Whenever possible Golden Retrievers prefer being with their human. They don’t like to be left alone or in a back yard...
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Weight Loss For Fat Dogs
Weight loss for fat dogs seems like a no-brainer. The easiest way to tell if your pet needs to shed a few pounds is to feel around its ribs and spine. You should be able to feel both, with only a thin...
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Check Your Dogs Vital Signs
Your dog’s vital signs are easy to take and can provide advance warning of any health problems that might be affecting your pet. When checking your dog’s vital signs be sure to include the following...
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