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An Overview of Puppy Vaccinations
While there may be an ongoing debate about the scheduling and requirement of all types of vaccinations for adult dogs, the research is very clear about the need for puppies to have regular vaccinations as they grow and develop. Vaccinations for puppies work in the same way as vaccinations for children. They allow the puppy’s…
Read MoreThe Medical Benefits Of Dogs
Service dogs are specially trained canines that can provide a wealth of support and assistance for people with disabilities. There are dogs that are trained to detect seizures and alter their owners to sit or lie down as well as dogs that can act as a person’s eyes, ears and even as their hands, fetching…
Read MoreOverweight Dog
Dogs, just like people, are healthier and less prone to diseases and musculoskeletal conditions when they are fit and in the healthy weight range. In fact, the same issues that can lead to weight gain and obesity in humans are the cause of weight problems in dogs. You may be wondering how to know if…
Read MoreMaryland Dog Trainer Speaks About Exercise
By: Maryland Dog Trainer Andrew Fraser Length of exercise should be around 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on your dogs age, breed and overall health. Always start small and build up over time. 2 types of exercise Physical – aerobic activity will keep your dogs body healthy Walk, Jog, Run Fetch, Tug of War…
Read MoreNail Trimming Tips and Tricks
Nail trimming is an important part of ensuring your dog is healthy and happy. Long nails can easily break and lead to infection if the quick is exposed. Long nails also cause the paws to splay outwards preventing your pet from walking properly or comfortably, which can then potentially lead to skeletal damage or deformation.…
Read MoreHalloween Dog Safety Tips
Halloween is a fun-filled holiday for both kids and adults, but can be a frightening time for even the most confident dogs. Avoid unnecessary stress and dangers this year by following these 7 easy Halloween dog safety tips: Halloween treats are for people only! All forms of chocolate — especially baking or dark chocolate —…
Read MoreEase End Of Summer Blues For Your Dog
Summer is drawing to a close, which can bring changes to the rhythm of your household. While you might be excited to get back to your school routine, and to put an end to leisurely mornings on the patio, these changes in routine can be confusing and even anxiety-inducing for your dog. Your dog might have…
Read MoreCoughing Etiology
As the ‚Äúseason of the cough‚Äù is upon us, we thought it would be wise to share some medical insight into the etiology of ‚Äúcommon colds & coughs.‚Äù Typically at this time of year, many dogs (just like their human counterparts) develop mild, upper respiratory infections (URI‚Äôs) manifested by a dry, non-productive cough that is…
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