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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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4 Ways You May Be Stealing Your Dog's Joy

Pet parents are often guilty of making these mistakes, which include not respecting their dog's basic needs and robbing him of the pleasure involved with one of life's most important activities. It's easy to fall into these patterns - are you aware that you may be doing it, too?

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Is Your Dog 7 Years or Older? 6 Things to Start Doing Today

Once your dog reaches the age of 7, she's officially a canine senior citizen. While she may still look and act like a youngster, it's important not to ignore this reality. Doing these six things - starting today - will help her stay healthy and happy into old age.

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Banned for Outdoor Use, yet Still Allowed for Use on Pets?

These chemicals are so toxic, they were banned - or at least restricted - for agricultural use. Yet the year after the complete ban of one of these chemicals, massive amounts were sold for the domestic pet market. Now, pets and the environment are paying the steep price.

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Red Alert: Just One of These Pills Can Harm a Pet

Misguided pet parents think that because these are OK for them to use, giving one to their pet won't do any damage. Not so, as these over-the-counter pills for humans can bind to protein in your pet's bloodstream and damage his kidneys, gastrointestinal tract and even his nerves.

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What’s Causing My Dog’s Eye ‘Goop?’

'Eye boogers,' or ocular discharge, can be puzzling to dog owners, simply because it can change appearance from one day to the next. So, do you just wipe it away or is it ever a reason for concern? Know the seven types of eye discharge, and the types you shouldn't ignore.

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The Secret to Relieving Your Dog’s Itchy Paws

If you notice your dog licking and chewing at his paws, or even his rear end or inner thighs, chances are he's feeling miserable. To help eliminate the different root causes, including bacterial infections and yeast, I recommend this simple solution.

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A Pet Parent's Most Comforting Poem: Who Really Wrote It?

If you've grieved the death of a pet, there's a good chance someone shared this heartwarming poem with you. Written more than 60 years ago, over a dozen people have claimed authorship. The real author, who had no idea it had become a worldwide sensation, has just been identified.

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1,002-Dog Study Reveals Unique Breed-Specific Behaviors

Have certain traits been favored, and therefore encouraged in different breeds? For example, Golden Retrievers are valued for their dependence on humans, and not so much problem-solving. Here's how 13 different breeds performed in specific problem situations.

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'100% Accurate' Dog DNA Tests — Can You Trust Them?

Are dog DNA tests accurate? DNA testing should be an exact science so when this journalist received results back from four separate testing companies, she wasn't sure what to believe.

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