Do you sign your dog’s name to the family Christmas cards? Do you call and leave your dog voice messages when you’re away? Do you talk baby talk to your dog even though he’s 75 years old in dog years? If you’re American and you answered yes to any of the above questions, you are […]
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Even with their well-developed senses of sight and hearing, it’s smells that make a dog’s world. Of all the canine super-senses, the dog’s ability to detect scent is the most extraordinary and furthest removed from humans. The dog’s scent-described world is so different to a human’s that it’s almost impossible for most people to imagine.
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Along with extraordinary vision and an acute sense of smell, dogs have remarkable powers of hearing. The domestic dog owes this super-sense to its wild cousins. Have you ever seen a fox “jumping mice” in the snow? Its ears swivel and turn as it locates its prey, even though the little critter is invisible under
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Keep your dog cool in this sweltering summer heat. This may help avoid consequences like dehydration, heatstroke, or even death as a result. From keeping your dog’s hair cut short to limiting the amount of time you let him spend outdoors, there are scads of simple ways you can keep your dog safe and cool
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A few Stop Barking techniques have proven successful, thankfully. As everyone knows, barking dogs can reek havoc in their owners’ lives. More than one barking dog has certainly strained neighborly relations. Products and solutions have sprung up everywhere but, like most things in life, there is no one sure fix for a barking dog. In
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Small dog syndrome is an unwanted behavioral condition that’s entirely preventable. Guarding against it is one of the responsibilities you volunteered for when you accepted the job of pet parent. If you have a toy dog breed you understand the special considerations that must be made for your tiny companion. You may worry about nutrition, exercise
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Why is a dog grooming guide important? Because all dogs regardless of coat type or length need grooming on a regular basis. Grooming is very important because it helps keep your dog’s coat clean, healthy and manageable by removing dead hair and loosening dander. If a dog’s coat gets neglected, mats can form in the
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These Puppy Parenting Tips are required reading for any dog lover whose furry youngster is in the rebellious teenage years, 6 to 18 months of age. As you and I know, puppies have a way of melting hearts. This affection causes many people to take on the responsibility of a new dog in the household
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Looking for new puppy basic training? If you’ve added a new canine member to your household, you and your family are probably delighted by the antics of your new friend. New pet owners should also be aware that integrating a new animal into the family takes time and effort. Training is critical for keeping your
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These 7 Questions May Hold The Answer Responsible dog lovers ask, how can I help my dog live longer, naturally? Is dog longevity something I can actually do anything about? And if so, what, exactly? As American writer Agnes Turnbull pointed out, “Dogs’ lives are too short … their only fault, really.” So what exactly are
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The six most common questions about dogs have answers that may surprise you. Have you ever wondered whether dogs really see the world in black and white? Have you pondered whether the seven-to-one ratio is accurate when calculating Fido’s age? Here’s what experts have to say about these common canine mysteries. Why do my dog’s paws
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With a tight household budget, you may wonder if you can afford to add a new canine member to the family. Sure, dogs have the endearing quality of fitting into any human environment easily. They never complain and are simply happy to be with their “pack.” However, you should be aware that caring for a pet
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