7 Reasons Why Dogs Bark and How to Make Them Stop
If your dog barks too much, chances are he doesn't know that silence is golden. This brilliantly simple approach rewards silence, but doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Here's how to master it.
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
Buyers, Take Note — More Crucial Now with This Hotbed Issue
Even more so with this than other issues, you need to know how you're being taken advantage of and deceived. They claim it's for the good of your pet, but you must look at these facts before you believe one crafty word they say.
Foxtail Plants — Summer's Stealthy Danger to Dogs
Uncover the hidden threat of foxtail plants, summer's silent adversary targeting dogs with its sharp seeds. Unveil the strategies to identify, prevent, and tackle this botanical hazard, ensuring a safe season for your four-legged friends.
If Your Dog Isn't One of These 12 Born-to-Run Breeds, Better Leave Him Home
Do you enjoy running with your dog? Make sure he or she is one of these 12 breeds that are considered natural runners or you may be asking for trouble. The three exceptions that should make you think twice before skipping out the door with your pup in tow.
Grain-Free Soft Pet Treats for Dogs and Cats — Pork Pull Aparts
You'll need just three ingredients to create these grain-free pork pull aparts for your dog or cat. They're excellent if your pet is sensitive to protein sources like chicken or beef, and if your pet prefers soft treats, he'll love these moist chewy bites.
Here's Where Your Vet Checks Your Pet for Signs of Disease
When your vet examines your pet, he or she is looking for clues in different body parts. If you've ever wondered what your vet is doing while poking and prodding, here's your A-to-Z cheat sheet of 10 body parts and the abnormal signs your vet is searching for.
This Popular Supplement Can Turn Your Pet's Gut Into a Yeasty Mess
Food makers tout these as beneficial for your pet's digestive tract, but that's true for only certain pets. Many others have GI conditions that make these a bad idea, as they can feed the pathogenic bacteria and push your pet's gut bacteria ratio out of balance even more.
Orthodox Wisdom Says to Restrict This as Your Pet Ages — Study Says Don’t
Retired veterinary nutritionist proved that even in animals with kidney failure, restricting this failed to improve health or longevity. In fact, the more it was restricted, the sicker these animals became. But here's the new caveat that keeps getting ignored.
What Your Cat's Coat Color Can Tell You About Her Behavior
Is there any truth to the connection between coat colors and aggressiveness and bossiness in felines? This study of 1,274 cats reveals some interesting findings, including the colors associated with the most and least aggressive behaviors. Plus — how to live in harmony with a kitty control freak.
