Help, My Kid’s Afraid of Dogs! (Video)
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My friend Al from the dog park told me a story the other day. He had Hannah out for her evening stroll, and a woman was walking by with a little girl, probably about four years old. Upon seeing Hannah,
Continue reading11 Ways to Help Your Dog Make the Most of His Senior Years
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My friend Al is worried about his Saint Bernard, Hannah. She’s getting up there in years, and he’s already had to make several accommodations for her. He’s built a little doggie ramp so she can still
Continue readingWhat is So Bad About Chocolate?
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I saw it again the other day – a woman sitting in her car, sharing bits of her chocolate bar with her toy poodle. Now, when it comes to the well-being of animals, I’m not much of a “stand by and
Continue readingKnowing What to Do in an Emergency Could Save Your Dog’s Life
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No one ever expects to have an emergency – it’s not exactly something that you can plan for. But if you do have a pet emergency, being prepared for it can mean the difference, literally, between life
Continue readingPain Treatment and Medication for Dogs (Video)
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Have you ever wondered if your dog is in pain? You think you know your dog, but sometimes you’re not sure exactly what he’s feeling. Maybe he seems a bit unlike his usual self, or he’s walking a
Continue readingThe Law Regarding Dog Bites and Other Injuries
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Each year in the United States, millions of people sustain dog-related injuries, mostly from bites. Of course most dogs will never bite anyone, but if a bite does occur, and your dog is responsible, then
Continue readingBreed of the Week: The Redbone Coonhound
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I have to say at the outset that I’ve never met a Redbone Coonhound, but one of my favorite pastimes is looking through “coffee table” books about dogs. I love looking at the pictures, and learning
Continue readingHero Dogs (Video)
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Would your dog protect you in dire circumstances? Most of us have wondered that from time to time. The fact is, some dogs have an incredible sense of loyalty and an amazing ability to know when their humans
Continue reading11 Things You Need to Know About Pet Insurance for Dogs
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I have talked about pet insurance before, in Pet Insurance – Good Deal or Waste of Money? and this week, I want to go into more detail on this very important topic. You could consider this a companion
Continue readingHow to Train Your Dog to Pull in Harness (Video)
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Most dogs love to learn new things, and training your dog to pull in harness can be fun for both of you. Virtually any dog can be trained to pull, although if your best buddy is a small breed (under 30
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