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Puppy Vaccines
When you get a new puppy it is imperative that he receive all his...
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Puppy Potty Training
Potty Training Your Puppy
A new puppy is a joyous addition to any home. Who can resist that cute little bundle of lovable furry fun? Wouldn’t it be great if puppies were potty trained and came into our homes without any mess or bother? OK, reality check here.
Just ask any dog owner what the hardest...
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Grooming Basics
Grooming Basics
Grooming is an important responsibility of all dog owners. Implement a grooming routine that includes cleaning, clipping, trimming and brushing while your pooch is still a pup.
Step 1. Find an area to groom.
Decide if you’ll want to groom your dog on a table or on the floor. For most,...
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Before You Buy a Puppy
Before You Buy a Puppy
How much is that doggy in the window, the one with the waggly tail…?” Familiar words to an old tune suggests that many people at one time or another consider having a dog as a pet. They might have fond memories of the old Boxer or Cairn terrier that they grew up with. Maybe...
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Cold Weather Tips to Keep Pets Warm
Heating Up Chilly Dogs : Cold Weather Tips to Keep Pets Warm
By Bernadine Cruz, DVM
Provided by Pfizer
When the seasons move from summer into fall and winter, people adjust their routines and plan for colder weather. At the same time, take a few minutes to prepare your pets for the changing seasons. The...
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Heating Up Chilly Dogs : Cold Weather Tips to Keep Pets Warm
By Bernadine Cruz, DVM
Provided by Pfizer
When the seasons move from summer into fall and winter, people adjust their routines and plan for colder weather. At the same time, take a few minutes to prepare your pets for the changing seasons. The following is a list of dos and don’ts to help you give your pets the...
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12 22nd, 2009 |
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Pet Odor Removal- How To Control Pet Odors
Although our pets can be a wonderful addition to our lives, unfortunately, this also means the addition of certain odors as well. The litany of odors can range from simple “doggy” breath to unsightly stains on your carpet. However, there are numerous ways that you can keep your friend and your house smelling fresh.
For...
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12 21st, 2009 |
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Basic Dog & Puppy First Aid
Traffic Accidents
A traffic accident is probably the most common cause of serious injury to a cat or dog. Always approach the animal with caution, it may react aggressively because of the pain.
Move the dog as little as possible, but if you must move it, it is probably best to use a blanket, sliding it underneath the dog. Seek the assistance of...
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12 14th, 2009 |
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Preventing Canine Strains and Sprains
By Margaret H. Bonham for The Dog Daily
You’ve seen athletes stretch and warm up before an event. You’ve been told in fitness classes that you should stretch and warm up before any workout. It stands to reason that dogs need to warm up too before any physical activity. Just like their human counterparts, dogs can and do sustain...
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12 7th, 2009 |
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The Joys of Walking Your Dog
By Liz Palika for The Dog Daily
Many dog owners seem to feel that walking their dog is something that must be done; a chore that goes along with dog ownership. But walking your dog doesn’t have to be a chore — it can be so much more. When you’re out walking your dog, you are spending time together, interacting with each other, and...
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11 30th, 2009 |
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Reading Dog Food Labels
By Margaret H. Bonham for The Dog Daily
No doubt you’ve looked at the label on your dog’s food and seen a lot of things that may not be so clear. What’s really in that food? There’s a lot of information on the label, but you have to know where and how to look for it.
First, all pet foods, by law, must have the following...
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11 23rd, 2009 |
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The Right Food For Your Dog
Do you know the facts about commercial dog food? How do you choose what kind of food to feed your dog? Here is some interesting “food for thought” about what to feed your puppy or dog.
Are Dogs Really That Different?
You are standing in front of a huge aisle of dog food. You just adopted a new puppy and you are wondering which food to get. The...
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11 16th, 2009 |
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Five Things You Can Do to Get Your Dog in Shape
By Margaret Bonham for The Dog Daily
Do you have a pudgy puppy? Many dogs, like their owners, could stand to shed a few pounds. That extra weight isn’t healthy and can lead to serious health problems. And some canines are simply couch potatoes — which is never what nature intended for our dogs. But how do you trim...
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11 9th, 2009 |
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Keeping Your Dog Active in the Winter
For dog owners across the North, late-January to early-March can be the “dog days” of winter and with the Holidays in the rear view mirror and Spring oh so far away, it’s easy to see how laziness can start to set in for both pet and parent alike. But don’t give in! It’s extremely important to keep your dog active this time of...
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11 2nd, 2009 |
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Daily Supplements for Healthy Companions
by Dr. Larry Siegler from Only Natural Pet Store
The Foundation
Diet is the foundation of health – nothing can replace a healthy diet of the freshest food you can provide for your cat or dog when it comes to promoting health and warding off both acute and chronic disease. But what can you do in addition to a healthy diet, or to...
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10 26th, 2009 |
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Kids and Pets | Will it Work?
How can my child benefit from having a pet?
1. Social skills and self-esteem. Feelings and positive experiences with their pet can help children feel good about their own. Loving a pet can also help kids to love and trust other people.
2. Exercise. All pets need to exercise, and playing with their pet is a fun way to incorporate some physical...
