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

Antifreeze-Like Ingredient Found in Pet Treats’ Latest Recall

It's considered one of the least toxic of its kind, and is used in 'pet safe' antifreezes. Cats are particularly sensitive, so it's banned in cat foods, but it can also poison dogs. Destroys red blood cells and causes many nervous system problems including seizures and coma.

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8 Indoor Exercise Ideas to Get Your Pup Active

While dogs need time outdoors to sniff, explore and romp, an occasional indoor workout can add variety to their daily activities.

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When Emotional Support Animals Cross the Line

As the business of certifying emotional support animals grows - whether it's a snake, dog, or pig - when are you abusing the system that's designed for people who truly need an animal for anxiety or depression? The tale of one large service dog who forced a plane to make an emergency landing.

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Don’t Ignore This Odd Behavior — It Can Be a Sign of a Major Medical Emergency

Fortunately it's fairly rare, but if it does happen, you'll be glad you read this now so you can act at the speed of light to save your dog's life. Find out where to get help fast, how to protect yourself in the process and advanced warning signs that something's amiss.

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How to Save Your Pets During Rapid-Onset Disasters

Preparing for the unexpected, including natural disasters, is essential for every pet owner. But sometimes even the best intentions aren't enough to save animals in the path of nature's wrath.

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The Disorder That Can Turn Everyday Fun Into a Life-Threatening Event

Symptoms of the disease include bleeding from the mouth or nose, bleeding in the digestive tract, blood in urine, anemia and excessive bleeding that accompanies everything from loss of baby teeth to major surgery.

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Put This in Your Dog's Ears to Nix Nasty Infections

Study shows it brings symptomatic relief against all bacteria species tested, including multiple strains of drug-resistant bacteria. A second solution for resistant infections effectively zaps even pseudomonas and MRSA. Plus, the daily TLC trick to prevent these nasties in the first place.

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8 Signs Your Dog May Have a Urinary Tract Infection

Greater than 1 in 7 dogs will develop a bacterial UT infection during their lifetime. Certain dogs, especially females, are at greater risk. Know the signs that can indicate a potentially serious issue with your dog's urinary tract or bladder so you know what to do when they arise.

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Hope for Canine Hearts: First Open-Heart Program Launches

Responsible for 75% of all canine heart disease, dogs with this condition typically have significantly shortened lifespans.

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