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5 Healthy Habits That Can Add Years to Your Dog’s Life

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There’s no magic pill, no secret serums, no expensive tricks – just 5 simple ways to give back to your four-legged friend by keeping him healthy, happy, and safe. Just taking the time to read an article like this demonstrates your willingness to do what it takes to make your furbaby as happy and healthy…

All About Your Dog’s Dewclaws

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Dewclaws, also known as a dog’s thumb, refers to a vestigial digit found on the foot of most mammals, reptiles, and birds. It normally grows high on the animal’s leg in digitigrade species (digitigrade refers to an animal that walks on its toes, not touching the ground with its heels, like a dog, cat, or…

How to Stop Your Dog from Chewing Everything in Sight

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Does your dog seem to wrap his teeth around everything in sight? One sure sign of a new dog owner is chewed up edges on furniture and baseboards. So how can you stop your dog from chewing everything in sight? Lots of attention, mostly! Read on. Significant chewing is fairly normal for puppies, especially when…

3-lb Chihuahua Designated as ‘Dangerous Dog’

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When Molly, a tiny 3-pound chihuahua allegedly nipped the ankle of a Windsor, Ontario postal worker, the city designated the pocket-sized pooch as a “dangerous dog.” Because of her “dangerous dog” label, Molly must now wear a muzzle when she’s outside of her home – when her owner, Mitzie Scott, is able to find one…

Bake a Birthday Cake For Your Dog!

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When your dog reaches his birthday each year, why not give him something special – his very own homemade dog birthday cake! We found a ton of great recipes at The Dog Treat Recipe Exchange, including one of our favorites shown below. Peanut Butter Delight Dog Cake 1 cup white or whole wheat flour 1…

Preparing Your Home For The Dog Sitter

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We can’t always take our dogs with us when we travel. And, sometimes, our dogs are happiest at home, surrounded by familiar sights, smells, and sounds. Whatever your reason for traveling without your pet, hiring a qualified pet sitter is a great alternative to boarding or kennels. Chances are your dog will already be missing…

Your Dog’s Health: Heartworms Explained

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Once an ailment mostly targeting dogs in hot, humid areas or those that spent a lot of time in the woods, heartworm disease is quickly becoming a dangerous threat to pups from around the globe – or anywhere that mosquitoes are present. In this article by Shanna Freeman from Animal Planet, you’ll learn how heartworms,…

Help Mariah Carey Name Her New Puppies!

It’s no secret that Mariah Carey loves dogs – the superstar and American Idol judge has – or rather, had – 5 Jack Russell Terriers. That is until Squeak E. Beans, one of her brood, gave birth to 3 puppies, 2 boys and a girl, bringing the total to 8! With names like Squeak E….

Top 10 Largest Dog Breeds

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For many dog lovers, the bigger the dog, the better! It’s sometimes shocking to see a dog who’s nearly as tall as his owner, weighing in at just as much. Giant dog breeds aren’t always tougher to handle than their tiny counterparts, either, as many of them are simply gentle giants. In no particular order,…

How to Take Your Dog’s Temperature

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When your dog is feeling ill or acting out of sorts, it sometimes necessary to find out whether or not he’s got a fever. While it’s not exactly a pleasant experience for either one of you, knowing your dog’s body temperature is one of the quickest ways to know if your pooch requires immediate vet…

Oklahoma Woman Risks Her Life to Save Her Dog During Tornado

On Oklahoma woman and her dog are battered and bruised, but alive and well after she risked her life to keep her dog safe. Yesterday afternoon, a category EF4 tornado devastated the town of Moore, Oklahoma, a suburb of Oklahoma City, leaving a debris trail as much as 2 miles wide in some parts, completely…

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