Merle is a genetic characteristic that expresses itself through coat, eye, and paw color changes. Merles aren’t different from standard dogs, only that they are more beautiful and, sadly, prone to health issues such as deafness and blindness. The most defining characteristic of a merle dog is a mottled coat of black, tan, or white […]
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Making sure your dog gets all the necessary nutrients in their diet is vital for them to live a long, healthy, and happy life. Among these essential nutrients, there are several that are absolutely vital, and one of the most important of these is calcium. Not only does calcium carbonate have a wide range of
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You would be forgiven for thinking that dog food manufacturers would only use high-quality and healthy ingredients in their dog food. After all, helping ensure that dogs are healthy will keep owners and pets coming back for more. While it is true that a lot of manufacturers do follow strict guidelines and use high-quality ingredients,
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A vast selection of commercial dog foods is available, including ones with different meats and meat-based ingredients. Dogs are omnivores, which means they need meat-based and plant-based proteins, and like all animals, they benefit most from a species-appropriate diet. While dogs would eat small animals in the wild, none but the largest would be likely
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DL-Methionine, a form of the amino acid methionine, is found in many commercial dog foods and other dog treats and products. Methionine is vital to the proper functioning of the body, and DL-Methionine is a synthetic version of this amino acid. In this article, we cover the following questions: Is DL-Methionine beneficial? Does it need
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Dogs have been around in some capacity on the planet for many thousands of years.1 However, many dog breeds have become extinct and are no longer roaming around with us. Extinct dog breeds came in many shapes and sizes, and they all had unique functions in society. We put together a list of 30 extinct
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We all know that one of the main keys to a healthy life in dogs is high-quality dog food. You look for ingredients such as whole meats and grains and make sure the diet is complete and balanced. One thing you may not be looking for is glycerin, but chances are you will find it
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Also called the Red Australian Cattle Dog, the Red Heeler is a robust breed that is of medium size. They were originally developed to herd livestock across long distances. There are both red and blue Australian Cattle Dogs, or Heelers, but they’re the same breed—the only difference is the color of their coats. Here, we
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