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

Does Your Dog Suffer from This Overlooked Condition?

If you notice unusual swelling on your dog's neck, mouth, or face, don't wait to check it — it could be this condition. It's initially painless but can ultimately worsen and lead to discomfort. Here are ways to treat it.

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Toys Strongly Advised Against Giving to Your Pet

Whether you have a dog or a cat, this type of toy (bought or homemade) can be swallowed, causing great damage to your pet's GI tract. Another can catch your pet's tongue. And watch out for these common makeshift toys — some could lead to suffocation and others present a significant choking hazard.

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The Most Intense Healing Food You Can Make at Home

Bone broth is good for a host of issues, and especially for picky eaters or aging pets. While this nutrient-rich superfood is easy and inexpensive to make at home, keep in mind it may not be for every pet, especially those with this type of systemic inflammation.

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You'd Probably Call This Treatment Gross, Yet It's Safe and Incredibly Effective

It used to be common even in human medicine, then it was dumped for more 'modern' therapies. But it's back and proven more effective than its imitators for vascular problems, wound care, arthritis, and inflammation. Have this discussion with your holistic veterinarian about it.

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How to Create a Pet-Friendly Garden

A well-planned garden can look great and provide a safe, enriching space for your pet to play, explore, and relax.

knowing the right time to say goodbye to a pet

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How to Know When It's Time to Say Goodbye

Your pet can't tell you when he's hurting or feeling miserable, so it's up to you to be proactive in keeping him as healthy and comfortable as possible, including at the end of his life. Pawspice can help you recognize the signs for when it's time to help him 'change worlds.'

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Often Leads to Extreme Aggression — Do You Make This Mistake?

This dog was performing his duty as he saw it. But it turned tragic. As you'll see, it didn't have to be that way. His owner made a classic mistake that produced and reinforced a bad behavior — one that no dog owner wants. Please avoid this mistake.

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Never Make Your Pup Endure This Cruel, Painful Process, No Matter What

Involves cutting through muscle, tendons and seven layers of highly sensitive nerves, plus severing bone and cartilage. No wonder it's banned in so many places. Unfortunately, it's still legal and popular in this country, staunchly advocated by the AKC. Time to break ranks with their stance.

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Rethink What's Filling Your Pup's Bowl

Like many humans, most dogs these days eat carb-heavy diets, even though canines have no (zero) nutritional requirement for carbohydrates; the diseases they acquire also mimic those in the human population.

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