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Dog Allergies More Severe Than Normal This Fall, Veterinarians Say

Dog Allergies More Severe Than Normal This Fall, Veterinarians Say

There have been more cases of dogs being treated for allergies this season than in the past, and the allergic reactions in dogs are...
Dog DNA Tests Not Always Accurate for Pet Health Decisions, Scientists Say

Dog DNA Tests Not Always Accurate for Pet Health Decisions, Scientists Say

Genetic testing has become a valuable tool in the health industry for humans but it's still in its infancy stages for testing dogs. There is...
Family Grieves After Dog Dies from Deadly Chewing Gum Ingredient

Family Grieves After Dog Dies from Deadly Chewing Gum Ingredient

Canon’s owners want other families with pets to be extra careful and aware of this dangerous stuff for dogs that’s lurking in the food...
Dogs Love You More When You Smile, Science Says

Dogs Love You More When You Smile, Science Says

Apparently, your smile has a bewitching effect on your dog and a dog's brain lights up actively when they see you flash that happy...
Two Dogs Thrown Out of a Moving Vehicle on a Highway Saved by a Trucker

Two Dogs Thrown Out on a NY Highway Saved by a Trucker

A pair of Beagle dogs were saved by a passing truck driver and are now recovering after they were thrown out of a moving...
Labrador Life Expectancy Through Color - Chocolate Labs Are Less Healthy than Black or Yellow Labs

Labrador Life Expectancy Through Color: Chocolate Labs Are Less Healthy than Black or Yellow...

The color of their fur is not the actual problem. Rather, it's how they are bred that might be harmful to these animals' genes....
FDA Warns Flea and Tick Meds Can Cause Seizures in Dogs

FDA Warns Flea and Tick Meds Can Cause Seizures in Dogs

Weaker dogs with a history of epilepsy are susceptible to the strong side effects of chemicals in flea and tick medication, and may go...
Small Dogs Lie About Their Size, Study Says (and 5 More Facts About Dog Scent Marking)

Small Dogs Lie About Their Size, Study Says

New research shows that dogs, our most trusted companions, apparently tend to lie to other dogs and are very capable of deception. A new...
Video Footage Shows Owner Abandoning a Dog by Roadside

Video Footage Shows Owner Abandoning a Dog by Roadside

A heartbreaking footage released by RSPCA shows an abandoned dog trying to chase after a car in which the pup was just driven in and...
A Couple Forced a Sick and Starving Dog to Chew Off His Own Foot to Survive

Tied to a Pole for Weeks, a Starving Dog Had to Chew off His...

A couple from South Carolina tied their sick and starving Great Dane to a metal pole, leaving him no water or food, and the...
Caught on Video - Deputy Shoots a Small Dog That Posed No Threat

Caught on Video: Deputy Shoots a Small Dog That Posed No Threat

A video surfaced on social media of a deputy shooting a small dog, Reese's, that started barking at him but didn't seem to pose...
This Dog Died of Starvation After the Owner Left Him Alone for 2 Months

Dog Died of Starvation After the Owner Left Him Alone for 2 Months

Diesel the dog has starved to death after his owner deliberately locked him up in the apartment and left, never leaving him any food.  The...

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For some pet parents, bath time can feel more like a wrestling match when a dog hates water. While some dog breeds love water, others...
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

Be honest: How many times have you and your dog visited the vet this year? If you haven't thought of going back to the vet...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...
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I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...
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For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...
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How to be a Digital Nomad With a Dog

Imagine working anytime, from anywhere in the world, with your dog by your side! For many modern pet parents, that's the dream—combining remote work with...
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How to Stop Dogs From Chasing Wildlife

I'm sure every pet owner who enjoys a nice walk outside with their dogs has experienced this: Fido spots a squirrel, rabbit, or bird,...
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Build Confidence in Dogs: Weekly Training Plan for Pet Owners

How would you describe your dog? Outgoing? Vivacious? A trouble-maker? While this may be the case for some, other dogs tend to be the opposite....
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Dog Bolting: Why Dogs Suddenly Run Off and How to Stop...

Imagine the scenario: the door opens, a breeze carries in new scents, then your dog suddenly dashes out of the house before you can...
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12 Indoor Dog Activities in Spring

Spring elements like allergies, fevers, and dangers can bar your excited Fidos from going outside. If your dog’s going to be stuck inside, then maybe...