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Is Homemade Dog Food a Good Idea? | Dog Food Advisor
Should you feed your dog a homemade diet? Discover the challenges and benefits of cooking for your dog. By the Dog Food Advisor.
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Summer Pet Guide: Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips | Pets Best
Ensure your pets stay safe this summer by learning the signs of heatstroke, dehydration and more with our essential summer pet safety tips.
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Dangerous Thanksgiving Food Pets Should Avoid
You're thankful for your dog and cat, so you want to celebrate Thanksgiving with them. Here are the foods they can safely eat and what's dangerous.
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Lyme Disease - Whole Dog Journal
Lyme disease is becoming more prevalent in certain parts of the country with each passing year. Learn more about Lyme disease symptoms, treatment, and prevention in our dogs.
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Mast Cell Tumors in Dogs: Is It Always Cancer? - Whole Dog Journal
Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are one of the most frequent skin cancers seen in dogs. Here's what to know about Mast cell tumors in dogs.
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Can Dogs Have Allergies?
If you’re wondering if dogs can have allergies, the answer is yes. Learn everything you need to know about diagnosing and treating allergies in dogs.
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What to Do If Your Dog Eats Marijuana (Edibles, Weed, Vape Cartridges, etc.) - Whole Dog Journal
The amount and type of THC-containing product consumed will determine the seriousness of this event for your dog, and dictate the level of your emergency response.
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Read this if you and your dog visit wetlands - Whole Dog Journal
Whole Dog Journal‘s mission is to provide dog guardians with in-depth information on dog food, training, behavior, health, and more.
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Cloudy Eyes in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal
There are many possible ways for cloudy eyes in dogs. As dogs age, certain changes cause the lens to turn white and become visible.
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What To Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate | Holiday Safety Tips for Dogs
Eating chocolate can threaten your dog’s life – or just pose a threat of vomit. How much chocolate is toxic to your dog and what should you do when they get into some?
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How to Help a Choking Dog
Learn what to do if your dog is choking, how to prevent it and how to recognize the signs that they need help.
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Tick Borne Diseases in Dogs | Tick Borne Diseases
Tick borne diseases can be very dangerous to humans and dogs, and we want Whole Dog Journal readers to be aware of all of their options.
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Is CBD Safe for Pets?| Trupanion Blog
CBD oils have become popular in recent years, including as anxiety and arthritis treatments for pets. But is CBD safe for your dog or cat?
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5 Best Dog GPS Trackers for Small Dogs
Reuniting you with your lost pet only scratches the surface of what a GPS dog collar promises these days. A new generation of “smart” dog tracking collars can save your pet’s life in more ways than one. By monitoring your pup’s health and fitness
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The Top 5 Ways To Promote The Health And Wellness Of Your Pets | VOHC & Vet Recommended Oral Care For Cats & Dog
Every pet owner wants their pet to be at their best—but sometimes, pet owners aren’t fully educated on all the ways they can help their animals live longer, healthier lives. As much as we might love our furry companions, we may be doing things that ar
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7 Amazing Facts About Dog Ears | The Bark
Floppy, folded, small, large—dogs’ ears come in many shapes, but they all serve the same purpose: as funnels for sound. Did you know that at least 18 muscles work to tilt, raise and rotate these furry appendages, helping the dog identify and capture s
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5 Bad Dog Smells Every Owner Need To Look Out For! - Petlab Co.
A bad dog smell might not be as normal as you think. It could be a sign that your pup is unwell or suffering from an infection. Take a look at 5 of the bad dog smells every puppy parent need to know about!
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Vet Advice: Relieving Your Dog's Arthritis | The Bark
The easy run becomes a stiff walk; the jump to a favorite chair is no longer possible; lying down is accompanied by a deep groan. As our dogs age, things that were once second nature become an effort. Today, thanks to advances in veterinary medicine and c
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Coronavirus and Dogs: Everything You Need to Know | The Bark
What do we know? What should we be doing? As the pandemic develops, here’s the current scoop on dog-related issues. And no, your dog doesn’t need a mask. Seriously. Until recently, most of us were probably not that tuned into what a virus was, or did.
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The Do’s & Don’ts of using Essential Oils with your dog
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4 Hazards of Foxtails for Pets
At first glance foxtails, referred to in some regions as cheat grass, seem innocent enough. But beyond that innocent exterior lurks a menace that can easily wreak havoc on your dog or cat’s health. Dogs that come into contact with foxtails stand a good
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My Dog Has Diarrhea ... 7 Home Remedies You Can Try
My dog has diarrhea! This is one of the top problems we're asked to help solve. Here are 7 effective and easy home remedies you can try ...
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The Truth About Grain-Free Dog Foods And DCM | Dogs Naturally
The FDA reports grain-free dog foods may be causing heart disease. Is it grain-free diets or is it an issue that plagues the entire pet industry? ...
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Mast Cell Tumors - Whole Dog Journal
Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are the most common form of malignant skin cancer that occurs in dogs, accounting for about 14 to 21 percent of all skin tumors. There is significant variability in the presentation of MCTs from dog to dog and even from tumor to tu
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21 Simple Tricks to Make Your Dog Happier, Smarter, and Less Bored Every Day | The Dog People by Rover.com
Keeping your dog in shape is an important part of dog wellness, but it's...
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How To Remove Ticks From Your Dog: Dos and Don’ts
Did you just find a tick on your dog? Don't panic! There's an easy way to safely remove it. Find out the do's and don'ts to removing ticks here ...
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Fish Oil For Dogs: Safe Or Not?
Fish oil for dogs - is it a good idea to feed it as a supplement? Fish oil has DHA, EPA, and Omega-3s... but is it safe for your dog to eat?
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Reduce Your Dog's Cancer Risks
Veterinary oncologists say that cancers in humans and in dogs are incredibly similar, in terms of growth and prognosis. That s good news for both species, as research of human or canine cancer may yield insight about and new treatments for this deadly dis
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Bloating in Dogs Treatable with Gastropexy | Whole Dog Journal
Symptoms of bloat, which is incredibly painful for the dog, include pacing and restlessness; a distended abdomen; turning to look at or bite at the flank area; rapid, shallow breathing; retching without actually vomiting up any food, and excessive droolin
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Dog Limping: Possible Causes and Treatments
When your dog is limping it s time to consult with a veterinarian. They may have you rest your dog and monitor at home for 24-48 hours depending on the severity of the problem. If the limp doesn t improve or worsens, they will likely have you come in for
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Please Don’t Panic About the “Grain-Free Thing”
Please note that the FDA s headline did not say anything about grain-free diets causing heart problems though almost all the blog posts and articles in other publications have been saying exactly that.
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Astaxanthin For Dogs: Protect Against Cancer, Joint Pain And More
Astaxanthin for dogs is a Super Antioxidant every dog needs! Dr Deva Khalsa explains what it is and how you can use it to benefit your dog.
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CBD Oil Benefits: How To Heal Your Dog With Hemp
Think CBD oil is overrated? All the research proves it isn't. Here's why your dog needs all those CBD oil benefits - for both treatment and prevention.
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List of Plants Poisonous to Dogs | LoveToKnow
Every dog owner should have a list of plants poisonous to dogs in order to protect their canine companion from illness or death. There are literally [...]
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Xylitol: Where This Toxic Additive Is Hiding In Your Home
Xylitol is found in many foods and household products, and it’s really toxic to your dog. Here’s where it’s hiding in your home – and what to do if your dog ingests it.
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The Importance of Pet Insurance – Occasional Reminders
It took only a minute to trace the blood to its source: the backs of Woody s hind legs. In horses, we d call this area his pasterns: between his paws and the knobby hock joints the place where he skids when he s sliding to a halt from a run. On one of tho
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White Bits in Dog Poop* | Whole Dog Journal
Warning: This post talks about dog poop. If you are sensitive regarding discussions about dog poop...maybe you don t actually have a dog, and shouldn t be reading this blog at all! Just kidding. Not about the poop, just about the dog-owning part. Have you
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Must Have Apps for Dog Lovers
As the saying goes ‘there’s an app for everything these days’, and that is now true for dog lovers. Check out these apps to give your pooch an easier life.
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Canine Hormone Support for Spayed or Neutered Dogs
Use Canine Hormone Support to help counter the hormonal effects of spaying and neutering and to give your dog the gift of balance.
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Major Dog Chew Recall - Do You Give Your Dog Any of These Brands?
A pet food manufacturer has voluntarily recalled 5 types of dog chews for possible chemical contamination that could cause diarrhea and vomiting.
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Toxic Mold and Your Pet: Don't Ignore This Deadly Threat
Pet can easily come into contact with molds and show signs of toxicity that include nasal discharge, sneezing, GI issues, itchiness and fur loss.
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Your Dog's Tongue as a Measure of Her Health
Your dog's tongue is a long, muscled, versatile organ that has many important functions.
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Does Your Vet Follow the New Vaccination Protocol?
The AAHA canine vaccination task force has updated their previous annual protocol for core vaccines to an every 3-year protocol.
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Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis in Dogs
Detect the symptoms of Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis in dogs. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis is scary, but fast treatment can cure.
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Your dog could live years longer thanks to a new drug
They say every dog has its day, but your dog could have a lot more of them thanks to a drug already approved by the FDA for people that’s now being tested on dogs. NBC’s Catie Beck reports for TODAY from Los Angeles.
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10 Tips To Help Prevent And Treat Dental Disease In Dogs
Here are ten home remedies from Patricia Gordon DVM to help prevent and treat dental disease in your dog. Includes her all natural dog toothpaste recipe!
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2016 Approved Dry Dog Foods: Whole Dog Journal's Annual Ratings
Many people are under the impression that all dog food labeled as complete and balanced contains an ideal, uniform amount of nutrients just enough of what dogs need, but not too much. Meats like chicken, venison, and beef provide a good amount of protein,
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Thankful for Dog Vaccines | Whole Dog Journal
My husband and I were talking about childhood dogs for some reason, and he said, We got a dog when I was little and it died of distemper, and my parents said, That s it, no more dogs. When he said that, I suddenly remembered that my family, too, had lost
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Coconut Oil For Dogs: Our 3 Favorite Recipes!
Yes! You can use coconut oil for dogs! Try our 3 favorite ways to use coconut oil and make your own skin cream, antibacterial cream and more.
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WHAT YOU CAN & CANNOT FEED YOUR DOG
Be the best cat owner you can be this year by following a few simple rules.
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Why Most Dogs' Allergy Treatments Fail
If your dog has allergy symptoms, it might be his food! Here's how to check your dog for enzyme deficiency and how to correct this common condition.
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2 Hot Weather Risks for Pets
Learn two hot weather risks for dogs and cats. From Pets Best a pet health insurance agency.
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4 Hazards of Foxtails for Pets
Learn how foxtails, also known as cheat grass, can cause health issues in dogs and even cats. By veterinarian Dr. Fiona for Pets Best pet insurance.
