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The 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…

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Helping Kids Overcome The Fear Of Dogs

While kids and dogs are a natural match, not all children are initially comfortable around dogs of any size or type. Of course, larger breeds or even small dogs that bark, snap or growl can be very intimidating to a child. We have some tips on how to help kids overcome the fear of dogs.…

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Coping With The Loss Of A Dog

Our dogs are a part of our family. They are a beloved companion, friend, support and warm shoulder to cry on. They are also part of our celebrations of happiness and achievement, and they are always there to give us the love we need after a long day at work or school. You be wondering…

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Overweight 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…

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Flea, Tick and Heartworm Prevention and Treatment

One of the most important tasks and responsibilities for any dog owner is in the preventative care and health of their dog(s). Parasites and insects such as fleas, ticks, heartworms and other types of worms are much easier to deal with through a preventative approach than through treatment options. In this article we cover flea,…

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Preventing Dog Bites: A Guide For Owners

In most states and localities, controlling a dog of any breed or type is the responsibility of the owner. While there are some exceptions, legal liability always rests with the aggressive dog’s owner. The most common exceptions are if the dog is guarding or protecting and on or her own property or if the individual…

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First Aid for Dogs

Dogs are a lot like children; they are always getting into things. Knowing a bit of first aid for dogs and having a dog-friendly first aid kit on hand is always a good idea. It is also worth having one in your vehicle and taking a small version in your backpack or hiking gear. It…

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Choosing The Right Breed Of Dog For Your Family

If you were to talk to 50 dog owners, you would probably hear of the virtues of 50 different breeds of dogs to have as a family pet. In reality, there are only a few breeds that are not a good match for families and these tend to be rare breeds that are not typically…

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