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Dog Tips

One of the Best Ways to Help Homeless Dogs

When you do this, you save at least one - if not two - precious lives. Plus, it allows you to take a stand against pet stores, puppy mills and irresponsible backyard breeders. Here's how to turn it into one of the most memorable experiences of your life.
— 4 min read
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Dog Tips

The Best Tumor-Fighting Foods for Pets

Chances are, if your dog or cat develops a tumor or other malignant condition, your vet may suggest feeding this soon-to-be-released pet food. Here's why following that advice may be a serious mistake, and what I recommend feeding instead, along with eight immune-enhancing add-ins.
— 6 min read
World's Smartest Dog
Dog Tips

What We're Learning From the World's Smartest Dog

With a 1,000-plus word vocabulary, Chaser may be the most important dog in the history of modern scientific research. While dogs can develop the mental capacity of a 2-year-old toddler, she has learned more than three times the number of words. What's the secret sauce in her specialness?
— 6 min read
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Food Facts

Strawberries: Let Your Pet Try This Juicy, Sweet-Tart Fruit

It can be added to smoothies, desserts, pies - and to your pet's food bowl! Not only is this fruit rich in flavonoids and antioxidants, but it also contains a component that may help whiten your pet's teeth, for a brighter smile. Find out how to safely give it to your pets.
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

How Dogs 'See' the World and Sense Your Mood

Finally, there's proof of what dog parents have suspected for a long time. Your dog can sense your mood, know when you are stressed, feel happy or frightened. But how does that affect your dog's long-term well-being? Can your emotions cause disease - and even tumors - in your dog?
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

Count the Ways Your Pet Loves You

It's Valentine's Day, and for most owners, their pet holds a special place in their hearts. Today, show your pet how much you care - and be sure to recognize the sometimes hidden (or even offensive) ways she shows you you're the center of her world.
— 3 min read
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Dog Tips

How to Protect Your Pet From Vaccine Damage

Many conventional veterinarians believe dogs and cats should be regularly vaccinated, and pay little to no attention to vaccine adverse effects which can and do happen. Worse, these vets ignore the long-term effects of vaccines which can have lethal consequences. Know the red flags of vaccinosis.
— 9 min read
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