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What Causes Seizures in Dogs and How Should They be Treated?
— Canine seizures are life threatening and frightening. Here's what to do if your dog has one.
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Some of My Worst Memories Involve Dogs, But I Focus on the Good Times
— I've seen many dogs die in horrible situations. Yet I keep trying to build happy memories.
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Why You Shouldn’t Let Your Dog Fetch or Chew Sticks
— Believe it or not, chasing and chewing sticks can cause serious injuries.
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Does Your Dog Prefer Dog Parks or Hiking Trails?
— My dog likes trails over parks, but that could be because she is small. What does your dog prefer?
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Dog Bites: Let's Talk Root Causes and Prevention
— According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, every year more than 4.5 million people in the United States are victims of dog bites
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I Hear Gurgling Sounds in My Dog's Stomach; Should I Worry?
— If the gurgling is caused by hunger, then the treatment is simple: breakfast. But it could also be a sign of serious gastrointestinal problems.
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Our Bonehead of the Week Left Her Poodles in a Hot Car for 20 Bloody Hours
— The good part is that this bonehead was arrested. The bad part is what happened to the Poodles.
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My Dog's Cone of Shame Is Helping Me Pick Up Guys
— It's a real attention-getter, I tell you! I might just take to wearing one myself.
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11 Hazardous Items to Ban From Your Home If You Have a Dog
— Some items are so dangerous to dogs' health they should never be in any house with a dog.
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Hooray! Kabang, the Hero Dog Without a Snout, Is Heading Home
— “We were able to treat all of the complications ... with the best specialists available,” one vet said.
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Tales from a Dog-Walker: An Old Dog Taught Me a New (and Kind of Gross) Trick
— Fritz was 18, but he didn't seem to know it. It was heartbreaking when it caught up with him.
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Would You Subject Your Dog to a Shock Collar if It Would Save Him from a Rattlesnake?
— It's a quagmire, but rattlesnakes are dangerous, and I say it's worth it to protect my dog.
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Don't Buy Pet Store Puppies, People: Study Finds High Rates of Behavior Problems
— There are a million reasons not to buy puppies from pet stores. Now we have a million and one.
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On Dog Vaccinations: 9 Things to Consider
— In the old days, vets advised annual vaccination for all dogs. However, recent evidence has indicated that such a schedule is overkill.
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Do Police Shoot Innocent Dogs? It Happens -- And It's Preventable
— Laws are proposed to require more police training. In the meantime, here are things you can do
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Veterinary Medicine: 7 Advances You Need to Know About
— The dog health industry is changing rapidly.
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I Scoop Dog Poop for a Living
— Everyone hates cleaning up poop. So I founded DoodyCalls. The business is now in 23 states.
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Would You Help a Lost Dog Running on a Busy Road?
— What if the dog was clearly lost and in distress? I've done this kind of rescue a few times. What about you?
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Dog Poop
— Guess what? Putting dog poop in the trash is wrong, no matter what kind of bag you use.
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The Top 8 Summer Hazards for Dogs
— Keep your dog safe as the weather gets nice with these tips from our resident vet.
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DIY Dog Care: Save Money with These Low-Cost Remedies
— A vet is still your best bet in serious matters, but these options can help with minor maladies.
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File Under "Things We Already Knew" -- Study Says Owning a Dog Improves Your Heart Health
— The American Heart Association makes it official.
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5 Ways I Accidentally Exercise With My Dogs
— Does dancing with your dog count as a cardio workout? You bet your abs it does.
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How I Won the Year-Long Battle with My Dog's Hairstyle
— My Maltese made six shaggy detours (Cousin Itt, Lady Gaga) on the road to finding the right look.
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A Coyote Stalked My Dog at an Urban Park: Apparently This Is Becoming Frightfully Common
— Coyotes are opportunists, attracted by potential food items such as garbage, bird seed -- and pets.
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Is Your Dog Really Ready to Go Off Leash?
— For me, training dogs is like raising teenagers: I give them all they need to make good judgments.
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What's Euthanasia Like for a Vet? The More I Do, the Harder It Gets
— Euthanasia can be the only way to help a dog. But it's hard for the owner, and it's hard for the vet.
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FitBark: For All You Fitbit Junkies Who Felt Your Dog Was Missing Out
— The device lets you track your dog's daily activity levels using your smartphone. How cool is that?
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5 Things I Demand from Any Vet's Office
— I have high expectations for any vet who cares for my dogs. Do you? Or do I expect too much?
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