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How To Teach A Dog Recall
Having a reliable recall command for your dog is important for both safety and the convenience of being able to let your dog off-leash. How to teach a dog recall? There are a number of training methods out there, but no matter which step-by-step process you choose, training a dog of any age to learn…
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Healthy Gut, Healthy Pup: Probiotics for Dogs
In humans, the gut is often referred to as the second brain. Medical experts are finding out more and more just how important the gut is for a person’s overall health. Is the same thing true for your best friend? In fact, research into the canine microbiome has shown that it’s vital for metabolism, a…
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DIY Frozen Dog Treats: Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer
Keep your pup cool this summer with these simple, savory frozen dog treats you can make at home. When the summer sun hits the heat can be overwhelming for dogs. To keep your four-legged friend from turning into a total pupsicle, why not try making some DIY frozen dog treats at home? These recipes will…
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What Is Metabolic Dog Food?
Obesity is a growing problem in dogs, just as it is in humans. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 56% of dogs in the United States are overweight or obese. If your dog is overweight or obese, you may be wondering what you can do to help them lose weight. One…
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How to Remove a Tick From a Dog
No dog lover wants to deal with ticks. The word alone sends shivers up my spine, thinking of the times I’ve had to pull these blood-sucking parasites from my dog’s skin. Gross. And if dealing with tick removal wasn’t bad enough, they carry dangerous diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted fever. As a…
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Can Dogs Have Almond Butter?
We all know dogs love peanut butter, but can dogs have almond butter too? If you’re wondering whether almond butter is safe for dogs, then look no further. Here’s everything pet parents need to know about sharing almond butter and other nut butters with your pooch. Is Almond Butter Safe For Dogs? In general, natural…
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Dog Throwing Up White Foam: What It Means
Very few things frighten a loving pet parent more than to see their dog vomiting up white foam. They often fear something is very wrong. The truth is there are many reasons why your dog might be throwing up white foam. Let’s take a look at some of the common causes and when you should…
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Dog Won’t Eat His Food, But Will Eat Treats? Here’s Why.
It is not an uncommon problem if your dog won’t eat his food but will eat treats. In fact, this kind of eating has a name. It is called partial anorexia. Full anorexia is when your dog won’t eat anything. Partial anorexia is when your furry friend will eat but only special food that has…
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How to Best Comfort a Dog With Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis in dogs is a serious condition. While the medical definition of “inflammation of the pancreas” sounds mundane, it’s a potentially life-threatening condition and horribly painful. There’s nothing more heartbreaking to a loving pet parent than to see their furry friend in distress. If your dog is diagnosed with something like pancreatitis, it can be…
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Is Kibble Harming Your Dog’s Quality of Life?
Kibble is the most common type of dog food in the world, but there is a growing body of evidence that suggests that it may not be the best choice for your furry friend. Here’s what pet parents need to know about their dog’s diet when it comes to fresh dog food vs kibble. Kibble…