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Dog Tips

Can Trigger Chronic Kidney Disease — Is Your Pet at Risk?

Recently published internal research links two types of pathogenic exposure to a 43% and 300% increased risk of kidney disease later in life, respectively. But the devil is in the details. So it's important to know exactly what constitutes a risk and what should be done about it.
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

The Telltale Signs of a Serious Canine Eye Issue

If you notice this with one or both of your dog's eyes, don't delay having it checked out by your veterinarian. Left unchecked, it can be very painful for your pup and can lead to corneal ulcers and even vision loss. Know the eight things that can cause it, what to look for and tips for treatment.
— 4 min read
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Dog Tips

'Ancient Ritual' Ends the Plight of Bored Misbehaving Pets

Is your dog naughty or nice? Wild and bored, or well-behaved? If yours is naughty, wild and bored, try this 'ancient ritual' - it works like a charm. Helps calm and balance them while fighting boredom. It's probably the best doggy behavior modification trick around, and the price is right.
— 5 min read
positive reinforcement behavior training
Dog Tips

One of the Most Humane Ways to Help Aggressive, Fearful Pets

If you love dogs and want yours to become a blessing and not a curse, you'd do well to heed the findings of this study. Add in these related tips to turn your dog into a compliant, well-adjusted companion you wouldn't dream of sending away. Because no one wants a bully living with them.
— 6 min read
isoxazoline flea and tick medicine
Dog Tips

FDA-Approved Treatment Causes Reactions in 2 out of 3 Dogs

Even veterinarians routinely prescribe these based on an animal's history. But that could be a tragic mistake with this dangerous chemical. Seizures, tremors, lack of muscle control or death could occur, even if your dog has never had an adverse reaction in the past.
— 7 min read
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Special Species

Beached Dolphins and Whales: Is Alzheimer's to Blame?

Why do large groups of dolphins - and even whales - sometimes get stranded in shallow water? Researchers from the University of Glasgow have a hunch: The leader of these groups may be suffering from brain changes not unlike those that occur in humans with Alzheimer's.
— 4 min read
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