Eating is an all time favorite canine activity and most dogs will lick the bowl clean and then ask for seconds with a winning tilt of the head. Your dog is not the best judge of when enough is enough, so it’s up to you to decide how much she can eat. Catering for the […]
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Dog owners know how much their canine companions adore sharing an afternoon jaunt or dashing after a ball in the park. But exercise is much more than just huge fun – it’s also doing your dog a whole lot of good. “A good exercise program will help keep your dog from becoming overweight, which has
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There are all kinds of nifty items available to make your vacation with your dog convenient and enjoyable. There are collapsible water dishes for long car rides or hikes through the woods. If your dog is going sailing with you, he’ll need his own life jacket. The canine companion hitting the trail with the family
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She scratches. She licks. She bits at herself. In short, she’s itch and she wants it to stop. Before you settle on the obvious culprit and reach for the flea powder, check first that it isn’t an allergy. Allergies are one of the most common conditions in dogs. In fact, in some parts of North
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Bringing home a puppy means lots of fun but also lots of mopping up. Housebreaking is usually the first thing on the training list for new puppies and teaching her that your hardwood floors and Oriental carpets are not her personal restroom can be a challenge. A first time owner might think his puppy has
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Puppyhood is the period when your dog is immature, physically, mentally and emotionally. It lasts until he reaches adulthood at about 24 months, although this can be later in some large breeds. Here’s what to expect in those 24 months, and how to bring out the best in your pup. Day 1 to 6 Weeks:
If your dog could talk, you know she’d probably be saying that the sooner those pups are out of there, the better. You’ve had the puppy shower and she’s become quite used to the new whelping box. In fact, over the past few days, she’s been nesting and tearing up the newspaper in there every
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Dogs can be trained at any age, but the best results are usually achieved with puppies. So start teaching your dog as soon as you bring him home. Dogs need routine and are keen to please their owners, so you should find yourself with an eager student. But remember, training takes patience and persistence –
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Some times owners don’t’ have the knowledge or confidence to train their own dog. They may not have the time or the inclination, or they may not have the time or the inclination, or they may be physically unable to do so. Luckily, there are special training schools that you can take your dog to.
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While all dogs need the important nutrients in their diet, how much they need depends on their age, health and level of activity. Adhering to a special diet may be as easy as picking pet food designed for puppies off the grocery shelf or carefully regulating when and how much you feed your diabetic dog.
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