Make It Puppy Proof Part 2 Outside
Having the responsibility of taking care of a puppy is a serious matter. You need to provide a safe and secure environment for the animal. While many people take care to secure the inside of their home, they may forget to take care of the outdoor space. You must be comprehensive and inclusive in your protective measures. In this article, we look at puppy pro…
Keeping Down Winter Weight Gain
Winter is often the hardest time for both dogs and their people to keep in shape. All the summer fun has gone. The incentive to look good has often vanished for the human. It was never really a concern for the dog in the first place.
There are many reasons why winter is a difficult season. This may not apply to regions where balmy weather is common all year…
Pet Burial Options
The loss of a beloved dog is a tragedy. When your friend and family member passes on, you need to decide what best method of disposal. There are many different options. You can cremate, bury, stuff, freeze dry and even wear your pet’s remains. Your dog will not be able to make up his or her mind on this important issue. You will have to do it on your own.
Burial
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The Sport of Dog Tracking
If your dog is full of energy and loves to sniff this may be a new sport for you and your dog. Tracking is a competitive and recreational dog event. It is easy to understand for you and your dog. Your dog must follow a human scent trail in order to reach its goal. The dog must remain on a long leash. When your dog has found the scented item he must mark the object. They…
Dogs And Their Parasites
You will do everything you can to prevent it but chances are you will find one of these pests on your dog. Parasites love dogs because they can hide under their fur and find places to latch on where the dog can’t reach to get them off. Obviously you don’t want fleas and ticks on your pet or the diseases they tend to carry. This article discusses the best way to prevent a…
Dog DNA Testing
A new field in the scientific world is dog DNA testing. Professional breeders, vets, and dog owners use this tool for research on dogs. DNA provides information on the dogs ancestry as well as medical information.
Reasons To Put Your Dog To The Test
The most common reasons why you might seek canine DNA testing are
• to check the health of the dog on the genetic level.
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Picking A New Puppy – Why Choosing Your Next Dog Could Be A Big Mistake!
A big factor to keep in mind when choosing a new puppy is your home; hence your puppy’s new home. Do you have an apartment, a condo, or a house? Is your home in the countryside or in the middle of a busy city?
Few dog owners ponder this, but your living situation should play a big role in choosing the right pup…
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Finding Your Way Through Cancer. A Glossary
Cancer is a serious illness. It affects many dog owners. There are many terms to understand while you are trying to deal with the onset of the disease. Below is a small glossary to act as a guide. It will clarify some of the basic terms and terminology used when talking about or describing cancer. First, however, it is best to define exactly what th…
Canine Senility
A result of improved dog health care, more dogs are making it to older ages. The problem with this is the increase of age related health issues. Much like aging humans, older dogs deal with some of the same health problems. Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CCDS) is most similar to Alzheimer’s in humans.
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CCDS is a type of senility. It is hard to point out…
Vaccinating Your Puppy
There are many arguments over the subject of vaccinations. Your puppy needs shots even though you may think they are mean. Modern medicine can help prevent many health issues your dog may face. This article should help explain what shots a new puppy will need to live a long happy life.
The Purpose of A Vaccination
Vaccinations are no ones favorite. Much like human va…
Dehydration In Dogs
Dehydration is a problem facing dogs often ignored or forgotten until it occurs. People overlook this simple fact. The bodies of dogs, like those of humans consist primarily of water. In fact, 2/3rds of a dog’s body is composed of water. Water is an essential part of their nature. A dog can survive far longer without food than water. A dehydrated dog slips quickly toward…