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

Two Alternative Therapies That Work Wonders for Pain

Pain relief is one of the most common reasons owners seek out this alternative therapy. Yet that's not all it can do - it promotes muscle growth and tissue healing, can help asthma and dermatitis and reduce seizures in dogs. The other helps reduce the risk of injury and joint degeneration.

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One of the Loudest Dogs You'll Ever Hear

Don't bring this dog home if you live in an apartment, or 'must have' quiet. They're loud and gregarious, friendly, and immensely popular. Their name comes from the Middle French word for 'wide throat.' One is even part of a famous cartoon strip with an active imagination.

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Welcoming 'Unwanted Love' Into Your Heart and Home

Now the No. 1 way of acquiring a new pet in the US, it's just one of many reasons to celebrate National Dog Day today. Whether or not you own a dog, you're sure to find inspiration here from this list of 20 unique ways to celebrate your special pup.

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3 Things Never to Do When Picking Up Your Dog

Do this wrong, and your pet might not bite or bark. But that doesn't mean you're not causing harm. Believe me, this is something countless well-meaning pet parents get wrong. And it can mean the difference between comfort and trust, or injury and great harm.

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The Poisonous Threat to Your Dog You Probably Aren't Aware Of

Small but deadly, you'd probably be surprised to learn just how many dogs suffer from this toxin each year. Even if it merely touches your dog's water dish, it could prove fatal. Know the signs, because every wasted minute could cut your pup's chance of survival.

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Watch Out for These Pet Meds and Their Alarming Side Effects

It has its place in true life-and-death emergencies. But other than that, try to skip it because it can increase the risk for serious side effects including tumorous growth. And often, your pet's condition can be managed without it.

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The No. 1 Sign of Allergies in Pets and What to Do About It

You may sniffle and sneeze with allergies, but that's not typically how your cat or dog shows symptoms. But don't worry - I also tell you the first and subsequent steps to relieve your pet's misery and prevent an ongoing escalating problem ...

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If Your Dog Is Itchy or Your Cat Is Wheezy, Read This

Your pet may be miserable right now with seasonal allergies ... but how can you know for sure? Learn how to recognize an allergic pet, how to help your own dog or cat ... and what you must do to prevent your pet's seasonal sensitivities from becoming a year-round problem.

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Lameness in Dogs: Can You Prevent It?

This type of injury is one of the most common orthopedic conditions in dogs causing lameness - and the condition most often requiring surgery. Which breeds are most susceptible, what causes it and is there anything you can do to help your high-risk pet avoid it?

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