Dog Tips

These comprehensive articles can guide you through the ups and down of dog ownership, from proper nutrition and exercise to training and grooming. Read through all the tips here to keep your pooch happy and improve their longevity.

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Even Better Than Hamburger and Rice for Loose Stools

Should you offer your dog food during bouts of diarrhea, and if so, which ones are best? Many veterinarians prescribe bland foods like beef and rice, but I recommend two other foods that do a better job of soothing irritated bowels and delaying gastric emptying to help stop loose stools.

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7 Tell-Tale Emotional Signs That Dog Owners Often Miss

These signs can be subtle, so you have to take the time to learn and recognize them in your pet. But it's well worth the effort as you'll likely feel a stronger connection and bond with your pet when you do. How many of these soul-baring signs can you observe in your pet?

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Why Are Dog Attacks on the Rise?

In this region, dog attacks have increased 34% over the last five years, and according to a survey of 1,535 people, owners may be to blame for a large number of dog bite injuries. Can you recognize the most obvious sign, along with these nine more subtle signs, that a dog may be about to bite?

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Your Pet's Kidney Failure — Where's It Really Coming From?

Two types of kidney failure often have one single common root cause, making it the primary issue to address to keep your pup's kidneys in sparkling good health. And if you see this symptom, get your precious one checked out as soon as possible because it's a telltale sign.

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Vets Often Gloss Over Telltale Sign of This Awful Disease

It's a big mistake to wait until every last symptom shows up. By then there's no holding back, and it often takes heavy meds for the rest of your pet's life to control. Too many vets gloss over this key early warning sign. Dogs don't suddenly wake up with this, so this is important.

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The Common Condition Many Owners and Veterinarians Overlook

If your dog is adding on pounds (and not overeating), lacks energy, has dry, itchy skin and is acting aggressive or anxious, he may be suffering from this easily missed but common condition. To help prevent your pet from needing lifelong medications, request this special test.

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These 2 Popular Proteins Can Cause GI Upset and Allergies

I wouldn't touch these 2 proteins with a 10-foot pole, and I advise you to do the same for your pet's comfort and health. Not only are they cheap, low-quality proteins that food manufacturers love to stuff in their foods, they can impact your pet's development of lean tissue and body flab.

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12 Reasons to Give a Senior Dog a Chance to Live

Just when these dogs need care and companionship the most, they are surrendered to shelters. Worse, potential adopters mostly pass them by, leaving them to live the rest of their lives in a cage or be euthanized to make room for others. Here are 12 reasons why you should give one a chance.

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The Well-Being Checklist for Dogs 7 and Over

Once your pup reaches the age of 7, he officially becomes a senior and requires special attention to matters that were less important in his earlier years. Find out how a few proactive steps now can pay hefty dividends later for happiness and comfort.

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