Dr. Becker - Bark & Whiskers (Page 55)

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Could Worms Be Hiding in Your Dog's Gut Without You Knowing?

It can be challenging to tell if your pet may be infected with roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms or whipworms. In fact, by the time you actually see a worm in your dog's stool, he's likely overrun with them. Any of these four signs can be a tell-tale clue that your dog may be infected.

dogs with pain related noise sensitivity

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This Red Flag Practically Screams That Your Dog Is in Pain

Please don't ignore. This red flag practically screams 'pain.' But it's often misread as a psychological issue, not physical pain. Piles more stress on painful muscles or joints, causing further pain. Is this the hidden reason your pet overreacts to sounds you consider normal?

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Play These Nine Fun Games with Your Dog — Energizing for Him, Entertaining for You

Have you tried these nine fun doggie games yet? They'll challenge his mental and physical abilities, and are sure to be entertaining for you, too. Ideas for all dogs and all seasons, so why not pick one to do today? You never knew playing with your dog could be such fun.

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If These 10 Breeds Are so Smart, Why Are They Such a Handful to Take Care Of?

Sure you want a smart dog, but just as beauty is in the eye of the beholder, intelligence can also be. What makes a dog smart can be open to interpretation. And some of the so-called smartest dogs come with this caveat you may not have considered.

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Does Your Pet Show Any of These Seven Signs of This Debilitating Disease?

Most people associate just one or two of these symptoms with the disease, when in reality the other five can also hint of excruciating pain and suffering. If you see them, work with your vet to secure these natural pain relief therapies — and on ways to slow its progress.

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Don't Let Your Dog Have His Treat if He Does This

Rule number one, and extremely important. It doesn't matter how much it goes against his canine nature. You must toe the line or you'll never stop this bad behavior. Here's how to know you've won this battle — even if it's not a 100% perfect effort.

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Watch Out for This Pet Food Ingredient — It Can Pile on the Flab

Pet food makers are touting it as a nutrient-dense protein to try to impress you, but no matter how you dress it, it's not suitable for your dog or cat. Instead, it can create havoc if fed in large enough quantities, contributing to obesity, diabetes and other health problems.

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The Surprising Way You Can Get This Superbug from Your Pet

Researchers made a stunning discovery about this potentially deadly superbug and how it is transmitted between humans and their pets. And with the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, this could pose a bigger threat than you might realize.

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Is Your Pet's Repetitive Action a Cause for Concern?

What may appear to be funny or cute behavior in your dog or cat may not be normal at all, but a sign of a troubling disorder similar to one seen in humans. More common than many pet parents realize, this disorder can be inherited or simply triggered by something in the animal's environment.

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Could Worms Be Hiding in Your Dog's Gut Without You Knowing?

This Red Flag Practically Screams That Your Dog Is in Pain

Play These Nine Fun Games with Your Dog — Energizing for Him, Entertaining for You

If These 10 Breeds Are so Smart, Why Are They Such a Handful to Take Care Of?

Does Your Pet Show Any of These Seven Signs of This Debilitating Disease?

Don't Let Your Dog Have His Treat if He Does This

Watch Out for This Pet Food Ingredient — It Can Pile on the Flab

The Surprising Way You Can Get This Superbug from Your Pet

Is Your Pet's Repetitive Action a Cause for Concern?

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