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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Dog Tips

Controversial for You, but It’s Downright Awful for Your Pet

Even this federal agency warned the veterinary community against this health snare. Pets can't break it down because they lack the necessary enzyme. What's more, it binds minerals and leaches them out of your pet's body. So why are food makers so thrilled with this new disaster?
6 min read
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Dog Tips

How to Make Walks Enjoyable for You and Your Dog

Dog walks are essential for the physical and mental well-being of your pup, and maybe you, too, no matter the time of year. If you dread or avoid walks for any reason, here are some tips for getting you both back on track for the new year.
8 min read
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Dog Tips

Think You Know Your Dog? Science Disagrees

A comprehensive study dismantles the myth that a dog's breed dictates their behavior. In truth, with only 9% of behavioral differences attributed to breed, find out what really makes your dog tick and how this knowledge can foster a deeper bond between you and your pet.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

The Rule for Service Dogs: Don’t Touch or Distract Them

You might want to go gaga over them, but you shouldn't. It could put someone in harm's way and interfere with the dog's focus on his or her most important task. If you can't help yourself (and many of us can't), please at least follow these 8 important dos and don'ts.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

Add These Healthy Foods to Your Pet’s Bowl

Uncover the remarkable power of these foods in battling common pet ailments and enhancing overall well-being. From powerful antioxidants to heart health heroes, find out which foods offer a protective shield for your beloved pets and how to safely introduce them into their diet.
7 min read
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Dog Tips

Forget Harsh Chemicals — These Oils Deter Pests Like Armor

With tick-borne diseases set to soar this year, you must be on the alert, especially over the summer months. Forget DEET though. It's toxic and often ineffective. Instead, mix this up. Your pet will love you for it, and you'll enjoy the delightful scent too.
14 min read
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Dog Tips

Should You Say 'No' to Standard Heartworm Protocol?

If you have a dog and a traditional vet, likely you've been told your pet needs this preventive every month of the year, year in and year out. But has your vet told you about its side effects that can damage your pet's health and its growing resistance?
6 min read