By: Sondra Wolfer
Most veterinarians near bodies of water have treated their share of dogs who’ve swallowed fish hooks whole, or who have fish hooks imbedded in their skin. It only takes an instant. Your dog . . .
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Five common signs of heart disease in dogs
By Dr. Kelly Diehl
Scientific Adviser
Morris Animal Foundation
Heart disease is a common problem in dogs that can be caused by a variety of underlying diseases including heart valve degeneration, irregular heart rate and rhythm (arrhythmia), and heart muscle disease. Despite the different types of heart diseases affecting dogs, many share common signs that can alert an owner to a problem….
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Every dog owner is concerned about the health of his or her best friend, but do you actually do a regular health check-up? Here’s a helpful video featuring English veterinarian Matt Brash, as. . .
Read MoreBy: Deb German
The holiday travel season is upon us: millions of Americans will soon head to destinations near and far for family celebrations, and for many the family includes the dog. Do you routinely . . .
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Puppies! How can something so cute be such trouble? Their tendency to chew on almost anything–including shoes, furniture, toys, books, and electrical cords, to name a few . . .
Read MoreWritten by: Sondra Wolfer
You don’t need a special reason to get outside to play with your dog. Still, a thick blanket of snow on the ground is a uniquely joyful excuse to cavort outdoors with your best friend. The sight of . . .
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Regular play with your dog is important for both of you. It ensures that your dog gets the exercise he needs, prevents boredom, and reinforces obedience training and communications . . .
Read MoreWritten by: Deb German
Two conditions—frostbite and hypothermia in dogs—often join ranks, with extreme cold as a common denominator. Playing outdoors in the winter can be joyous for your dog, but . . .
Read MoreWritten by: Sondra Wolfer
All that fur can fool you into thinking your dog can head outside as-is on cold days. But depending on your dog and the weather, your best friend may need to layer up with a dog coat or keep . . .
Read MoreWritten by: Deb German
All dogs chew: it is an expression of their natural instinct to shred, tear, and pull like they would prey in the wild. And some dogs—our beloved Labs, for example—are genetically . . .
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