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

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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Pet Immunization: Far Riskier Than You Might Think, yet Highly Promoted by Vets

Make this mistake, and you'll throw money away - along with your precious pet's health. Vets have a strong financial incentive to promote this. Here's what I recommend instead. But don't be gouged - some vets ask ridiculous fees. Here's what you should really expect to pay.

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The TLC Your Pet Yearns for During Her Last Weeks and Days on Earth

It's sad for both you and your pet. But you'll be glad knowing you did these things to bring her maximum comfort and were a blessing during her final days on earth. After all, she's been a devoted companion for years. Here's how she'd like to be comforted during these trying days.

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New Hope Against a Highly Infectious, Life-Threatening Condition

An 8-week-old puppy in California was diagnosed with this condition on a Friday, received the treatment the same day, was eating again by Saturday evening and was released from the clinic Monday morning.

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Never Feed Your Dog These Fruits and Veggies

Can lead to calamity including vomiting, diarrhea and kidney failure, which may not occur until a few days later. Some believe pesticides are responsible, but dogs have been sickened from organic varieties, so better safe than sorry. On the other hand, these 21 foods are healthful treats.

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One of the Biggest Dog Walk Mistakes Owners Make

This common habit exposes dogs and walkers to potential danger from an out-of-control vehicle, an aggressive off-leash dog or a trip-and-fall off a curb into traffic.

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