Tag: Dogs
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Tough Terrain for Dogs
Not everywhere you walk will be over fresh sod smelling delightfully of spring. Some places you and your dog venture may pose a variety of challenges and discomforts that you will want to be aware of. In the winter, a dog’s feet might freeze on the cold ground, or get cut by icy pebbles, and…
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Help Your Dog Keep Cool During Hot Summer Days
With the latest heatwave on the West coast, it is a good time to brush up on ways to keep dogs cool during hot summer days. Everyone knows that hot weather can be dangerous, especially the young and the elderly, but some don’t realize that it can also be dangerous for pets. This is especially…
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Nuts & Dogs: Are They a Good Mix?
It is unlikely that our beloved pooches will not be sitting next to us and staring lovingly with their puppy-dog eyes whenever we are munching on something. And, of course, we would like to be able to oblige, but sometimes the food we eat can be a health hazard to our beloved dogs. Not all…
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Best Companion Pets For the Elderly
Whether your preference is for a cat, a dog, a bird, or a furry little rodent, it has been proven that owning a pet just seems to make life better. When people approach the final seasons of life, it is pleasant to have an animal companion to spend the days and long evenings with. Not…
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Protection Tips For Walking Your Dog
When out with your dog for a walk in the park, or around your neighborhood, it hardly seems likely that anything could go wrong. Even having your dog with you generally gives humans a sense of calm and security. In spite of this feeling, accidents still happen, and threatening situations can present themselves. You could…
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Submissive Urination & How to Prevent It
Submissive urination is an involuntary reaction to the presence of another dog or human who the dog feels is either superior or intimidating. This is a reaction to indicate their submissiveness. Sometimes submissive urination occurs as a result of overexcitement, for example, when greeting someone. Submissive urination may also happen as a result of scolding…
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The English Bulldog: A Brief History
The Bulldog is one of the most popular dog breeds due to its gentle nature and the fact that it is great with children; however, it may surprise some to learn that, it was originally bred to be aggressive. Bulldogs were originally bred to guard, control and bait1 bulls and sometimes other livestock. To this…
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Rhinitis & Sinusitis in Dogs
There are two types of nasal problems that can sometimes be misdiagnosed by pet owners. The two types of infection are rhinitis and sinusitis. Rhinitis is the inflammation of the nasal tissue, while sinusitis refers to the inflammation of the nasal passage. Both conditions cause the discharge of mucus, so rhinitis can be mistaken for…
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Retrievers In Action
Not all dogs like being in the water, but retriever breeds were born swimmers. Whether they are racing after fallen prey on a hunting excursion with their master, or they are paddling after an escaped Frisbee, retriever breeds thrive the most when they are splashing in the waves or on a mission to bring an…
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The Psychology Behind Dog Name Trends
Gone are the days when names like “Fluffy” and “Fido” were the go-to choices for new puppies and kittens. Classic “cutesy” names for pets have ceased to be a common choice as other trends are forming. For some reason now, the popular trends in naming pets have much more to do with the way we…