Author: Joseph Abbott
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Puppy Socialization
Socializing a puppy mean helping her learn appropriate interaction and behavior with a variety of people that she is likely to come across, as well as other dogs. Puppies are great at adapting to their environment, so it is important to expose them to as much as possible with a variety of people, environments, locals,…
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Why Do Dogs Sleep So Much?
It may seem like your dog is sleeping too much, but more often than not, it is just the natural amount of sleep that a dog needs to live a healthy and productive life. The amount of sleep a dog should get depends a lot on the level activity it has during her waking hours—but…
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How to Take Great Photos of Your Pet?
We have all seen those enviable photos some people have of their pets…the great shots that seem to have come right out of a magazine. Great photography like anything else, either takes time to master, great luck, being at the right place at the right time, or all of the above; however, there are a…
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What Are Lurcher Dog Breeds?
One of the lesser known breed types in dogs is the “lurcher” breed category. The lack of notoriety is due to the limited number of such dogs being bred, and the category is not recognized by the AKC, or other clubs and organizations, since they are mixed breeds. Lurcher dogs are the result of breeding…
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How to Stop a Puppy from Chewing?
Puppies chew. There is no way around it, but the reasons why they chew vary, and consequently, require varied solutions. If your puppy chews, it is advisable to rule out a few of the potential reasons behind the chewing behavior. Your dog may be chewing as a result of separation anxiety, and may exhibit chewing…
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How to Keep Your Dog from Jumping the Fence?
Even though canine escape artists may provide amusing stories with their ability to outwit the confines of your back yard, these escapes can lead to tragic consequences. It is with this possibility in mind that dog owners should be acutely aware of their dog’s abilities, and reasons why it might want to escape. We will,…
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Cat Flatulence: Causes & Remedies
Flatulence is the result of excess gas accumulating in a cat’s digestive tract, as a result of eating to quickly or types of food that can produce excess gas. Flatulence can also occur as a result of some type of disorder with the stomach or intestine. Though it is not very common in cats, flatulence…
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Dog Flatulence: Causes & Remedies
Dogs, like humans or other animals, can develop excess gas in their digestive tract. This is just a normal part of the digestion process; however, it can also be indicative of health issues, so it is important to know the difference between normal flatulence and those which can be a telltale sign for possible serious…
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How to Stop a Dog from Whining?
Dogs have many ways of communicating, one of which is whining. Dogs generally whine when they are seeking some type of attention, if they are particularly excited or stressed, or if they are trying to please their owner. Getting Attention: The most common reason for whining is when a dog is seeking some sort of…
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Dog & Puppy Hiccups
If you are new to dog ownership, you may be surprised to learn that dogs, like humans, will get bouts of hiccups, and even though the hiccups may not sound exactly like what you are used to, you can still recognize it as one. Hiccups in dogs are caused by a variety of factors, none…