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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3 Must-Haves for a Pet Probiotic

The GI tract of dogs and cats is much different from yours, so one of the biggest mistakes you can make when choosing a pet probiotic is to assume human probiotics will work just fine. Here's what to look for when selecting an effective high-quality probiotic for your cat or dog.
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What You Need to Know When Your Dog Vomits

Gastritis - or inflammation of the gastrointestinal lining - can be either short-term, or acute, or chronic, lasting more than seven days. So, what causes both forms and what should you do when vomiting occurs? Know when to call your vet and how to help your dog feel better fast.
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Talking Buttons That Allow Your Dog to 'Speak'

We know that dogs and other animals can understand the words we say, but we just can't converse back and forth. That may soon change with this new AIC device with customizable talking buttons and tiles, which has already catapulted one dog, Bunny, to fame on social media.
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What Makes Dogs Good at Certain Tasks?

Some dog breeds help humans hunt, others herd or protect livestock, and some excel as companion dogs. What makes them that way? Are their behaviors influenced by genes? Looking at over 4,000 purebred, mixed-breed and even semi-feral dogs, researchers have uncovered stunning new clues.
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Are These Common Skin Problems Making Your Dog Itchy?

Around this time of year, many dogs start experiencing itchy or flaky skin issues, but there isn't just one potential cause. These 5 common skin conditions can make your dog uncomfortable anytime during the year, & even lead to other alarming signs. Beware, one of these conditions can be contagious.
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What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know About Heart Disease

Veterinarians once thought only older dogs could develop heart murmurs (unless it was present at birth), but now researchers have discovered that they are far more common, even in younger dogs. Because a heart problem can emerge at any time, know the five signs that your pup may be in trouble.
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The Weird Sneeze That Can Terrify Pet Parents

Caused by a spasm of the throat and soft palate, reverse sneezing can send owners running to the vet, thinking their pet is in serious distress. Know what can cause this strange respiratory event, how to recognize it and what to do when it occurs to help both you and your pet relax.
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