Dog Tips

These comprehensive articles can guide you through the ups and down of dog ownership, from proper nutrition and exercise to training and grooming. Read through all the tips here to keep your pooch happy and improve their longevity.

Dog Tips

Which Is Smarter, Your Cat or Your Dog? Here's What the Study Says

Why do so many people think dogs are way smarter than cats — and what do the studies say? Get the surprising truth here, how dogs and cats each recall memories — and the silent contributor to the 'dog is smarter' theory. Plus the distinctive smart traits of each.

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If a Snake Bites Your Pet, Never Do This

No matter what type of snake is involved, a snakebite should always be considered an emergency, even if you don't notice immediate symptoms. You may be inclined to take these first aid measures, but don't. They could make the situation worse.

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Could One Hormone Explain the Changes in Your Pet?

When your pet's behavior, appetite, weight, or energy changes and you can't quite pin down why, one busy little hormone may be doing more of the storytelling than you would think. Understanding how it works could unlock changes you have been trying to make sense of for a while.

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Is Your Favorite Animal Breaking Any of These Hilarious Laws?

No, these aren't spoofs. These bizarre ordinances and statutes are actually on the books. In one state, animal control officers must post a notice on a tree for three days before impounding a stray dog. Check out all 24 of these head-scratchers.

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This Eye Injury Exposes Sensitive Nerves and Takes Months to Heal

This common pet injury can throb for months and cause major scarring or perforation, even requiring a transplant. But no matter what, refuse this therapy. It does far more harm than good.

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The Silent Disease That Leaves Cells Starving for Nutrients

By blocking vital nutrients from entering cells, this disease slowly damages the body from within. The good news is that three key lifestyle steps can help lower your pet's risk.

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These People Lose Their Dogs Repeatedly, and That’s What Makes Them So Special

If the thought of losing a beloved dog brings tears to your eyes, this story will be tough to watch. For most people, the heartbreak would be overwhelming. That’s what makes these individuals so extraordinary.

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What Dogs Love More Than Almost Anything Else

A program manager at a Humane Society shelter decided to study how to best soothe the stress so many shelter dogs experience, and what he discovered came as a surprise. Whether it's a shelter dog or your own pet, now you know the real way to his heart.

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The Seasonal Dilemma Most Pet Owners Face Every Year

Its ramifications may escape you, but it can be extremely fear- and anxiety-inducing for your pet. So don't force the issue against better judgment these next few months. If your pet could talk, here's how she'd answer your dilemma.

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