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It is natural that you want to take care of your dog's health so they will remain by your side. Check out this starter guide to your dog's health
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If you have a dog who has recently had surgery, then they may be wearing a cone. Dogs do not like the cone of shame, and they can be very uncomfortable when wearing them. It is highly likely that if your dog has a cone on, then they are probably spending all of their time trying to get out of it! So, most of the time,
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We know that dogs like to stick their nose in most things, whether it is the mess of other animals, dead things, or their own excreta. This is something that all dogs do, so don’t worry if you see your dog eating another dog’s poop. However, if you prefer a woodland trek, then more often than not, you can be expected t
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Image Credit: PetDT We all love a little bit of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), but let’s get one thing straight: giving your dog items on the KFC menu is not the best idea. Your dog isn’t going to get any good nutrition from anything on the KFC menu, and as such, it’s not a good thing for your dog to have in his diet re
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Parvovirus is a highly contagious disease that can affect any dog, and it can also be fatal, which is why it is so important to be aware of it. There are vaccinations that you can have for your dog that will reduce the chances of them getting it, but it does not offer 100% protection against the disease. If your dog ha
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If you’re a first-time dog owner, it’s often difficult to know exactly how much food you should be feeding your new dog, especially if they’re only a puppy. For Pugs, this is no different. While most dogs are able to self-regulate and stop eating when they reach capacity, Pugs don’t possess the ability to know when to
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As a responsible dog owner, you will know how important it is to place flea treatment on your dog. While it is important to use flea treatment on your dog if they currently have fleas, it should be used as a preventative measure too.The majority of flea treatment is topical and is applied to your dog’s skin. Given this
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Is there anything worse than going in for a cuddle with your pooch only to be met with an unpleasant scent of urine? It’s hardly the smell you want when you’re after a little bit of attention and comfort from your canine friend. The smell of urine, however, isn’t all that unusual for dogs, and there are a number of com
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Have you noticed that your dog makes a gurgling, bubbling, or strange sound when it is breathing or sleeping? The sound can be deep and raspy, as if it is coming from their throat. This can make you a little worried or wary about your furry friend, so you will want to find out what this means. While you are probably us
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Parvovirus is an infectious disease that can be very harmful and fatal to dogs. The majority of dogs who contract parvovirus are at a very high risk of becoming unwell, or dying. This is why it is so vital that you vaccinate your dog against the virus, to give them the best chance of living a healthy, happy and long li
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So you’re going in for a cuddle with your dog, when all of a sudden you find his nose right next to your belly button. He’s sniffing away, happy as can be. Perhaps he’s even attempted to lick it too. It seems really strange, but it’s something a lot of dogs do. The question is why do they do it? What exactly makes your
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Parvo is a disease that is highly contagious and can often be fatal for young dogs, which is why it is really important to do your best to treat any areas that could be infected with parvo. It can survive for a length of time on outdoor surfaces, which means that there is a chance that it can affect other dogs, or on r
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Taking care of a newborn puppy can be a scary and uncertain experience. When first adopting or expecting a new puppy, you’ll probably find yourself brimming with burning questions. When do puppies start walking after birth? When do puppies start walking properly? When can I take my puppy outside? And a whole trove of o
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Everyone has heard about the saying that surrounds cats having nine lives, but does the same apply to dogs? If a cat is thought to have nine lives, then surely it is possible for a dog to have nine lives too. There are mixed beliefs and opinions when it comes to the number of lives that our beloved pets have, and this
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“Zoonotic” is the term used to describe a virus or illness that can be passed from one species of mammal to another. Fortunately, you differ a lot from your dog in terms of genetic makeup, so there are only a handful of illnesses that you can catch from him. This means it’s usually safe for you to look after your pets
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As a dog owner, you already know that dogs will try to eat pretty much anything that they can get their mouths on. They are curious animals by nature, and they are also incredibly greedy. As a dog owner, if you had a cent for every time you’ve asked your family, ‘What’s the dog eating now?’, you’d probably be a million
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Phoebe Buffay sang about smelly cats, but have you ever smelled a smelly dog? When a dog smells, everyone, including your neighbors a whole street away from you, will know it. Naturally, we all want our dog to smell like our favorite Yankee Candle, but that’s simply not possible. Your dog is going to absolutely reek du
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Neutering is a big decision for owners to make, but it’s ultimately for the best. However, neutering is a serious procedure that requires a period of rest following, which means your dog will be housebound. For some nature-loving dogs, this can be a total nightmare – they’re already feeling sorry for themselves, and no
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There’s no substitute for the great outdoors, which is why many of us see the words ‘dog treadmill’ and immediately think, why on earth would my dog need one? Best for Dogs up to 180 lbs dogPACER LF 3.1 Full Size Dog Pacer Treadmill Primary Rating: 4.6 Check Price on Amazon Best for Small & Medium-Sized Dogs PETSITE Do
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Dogs are funny little creatures, and sometimes they do things that we just don’t understand. Every dog has their own little habits that seem strange, weird, and downright ridiculous. One of these habits that some dogs develop is the eating of toilet paper. If you’ve never left your bedroom to find a trail of toilet pap
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We all like to think we know our dogs inside and out, but sometimes we have to remember that they’re very different from us. While we can appreciate the wonder of fireworks, many dogs will be hiding under the bed. There’s something about the loud bangs that dogs just don’t like. The same is true of thunderstorms. We’ve
