Month: January 2013
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House-Breaking News: Puppies in S.F. Run Low on Newspapers to Poop On
Animal Care and Control scrambles to find a source of newsprint for puppies to poop on.
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6 Feng Shui Doggy Design Tips for Chi-Conscious Pet Parents
Joe Sporn of the Yuppie Puppy boarding facility shares his advice on interior form and function.
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Obsessions: Earthbath’s Green Tea Leaf Grooming Wipes
That thing where your dog sullied his paws at the park and is about to get into your newly cleaned car. Yeah, this product has helped me with that.
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My Dog Still Hates His Crate, Despite Extensive Training
I have tried many things, but Obi still sees the cage as his enemy. What do I do?
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Gemma Correll Has a Few Ideas About Pug Etiquette
The cartoonist explores the habits of the genteel Pug in her new illustrated book.
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I Can’t Adopt a Dog, So I’m Volunteering at a Shelter
My dad ended my dream of taking home Fiona the Weimaraner. But I kept thinking about the shelter.
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Yikes! Neglected Dog Eats Her Own Tail to Survive
Goldie was confined to a outdoor cage by awful owners, with nothing to eat. This is the sort of thing that makes us hate humanity.
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8 Ways to Get Your Dog Stolen
Dog theft is increasing, and it happens in many ways. Here's what criminals want dog parents to do.
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10 Haiku Poems Written by Dogs
Think dogs don't have deep thoughts? Think again. Here are 10 poems penned by pooches.
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Training Dogs to Have Real Life Skills? That’s C.L.A.S.S.
Canine Life and Social Skills teaches things that help dogs move better in the community.
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A Super Sunday Dog Event: The Bill Foundation’s Rescue Bowl
The organization plans to live-stream an adoption event that pits Shelter Dogs vs. Street Dogs.
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5 Ways I Failed as a Pet Parent
My dogs' behavior problems are because of one thing: me. Here's how I failed my dogs -- and how training is helping me fix that.
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Penn Vet Working Dog Center: Where Detection Dogs Train
Center director Dr. Cynthia Otto talks about preparing dogs for dangerous jobs.
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Dogster Obsessions: The Airtight Pet Food Can by Simplehuman
The latest addition to our kitchenette is keeping the dog out of the dog food bag.
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Hartz Recalls Two Kinds of Chicken Jerky Treats for Dogs
However, the recall is not linked to the ongoing concern over Chinese-made jerky treats
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Would You Test Your Dog’s IQ?
In 1996, I bought a book called "The Dog IQ Test" and tested my Brandy Noel. I wouldn't do it again.
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Super Bowl? No Way. Meet the Starters of Puppy Bowl IX
Animal Planet's extravaganza approaches. Here are photos and descriptions of the contenders.
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Shelters in Denial over Dogs’ Aggression Invite Catastrophe
Our vet argues that hiding a dog's bad behavior during adoption is unethical and also illegal.
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Should Some Dogs Be Labeled “Dangerous”? I’m All For It
When you don't alert your vet about your dog's tendency to bite, that's just not cool. But hiding a dog's bad behavior during adoption is plain unethical AND illegal.
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How to Introduce Your New Dog to Your Resident Dog
Looking to add a second dog to your home? Here's how to find the best match possible.
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The Pet Sling Keeps Your Little Dog Close to Your Heart
A new accessory helps keep your lap dog snug against you, where she feels most at home.
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New Jersey Mayor Cory Booker Saves a Freezing Dog
Chacha, locked out of her home, was shivering through a cold night. Then, the mayor stepped in.
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Guess What, Two-Leggers? Human Love Is Like Temporary Insanity
GiGi the Boston Terrier dispenses tough love advice to people (and pups) with relationship trouble. Caution: This is one sassy little bitch.
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Nowzad Dogs Saves the Strays of War-Torn Afghanistan
Nowzad Dogs founder and war veteran Pen Farthing talks about his mission helping Afghan strays.
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Photo of Dog’s Last Meal Brings Reddit Community to Tears
Lennox the Boxer may have lost the battle with cancer, but he got the dish of his dreams before heading to the Rainbow Bridge.
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How to Introduce a New Dog to Your Resident Cat (or Vice Versa)
When your new pet is the opposite species of the pet you have at home, you have to move carefully. Here's how.
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Meet the Chinook and the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno: The AKC’s Latest Additions
The American Kennel Club now acknowledges 177 dog breeds.
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10 Reasons You Want to Win The Pet Haven from Ooboo
One lucky pup will get this stylish and comfy indoor doghouse to call home.
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Jesse the Dog Makes Our Own Pups Look LIke Slackers
Watch this talented Jack Russel Terrier clean the house, fetch the mail, even go shopping!
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3 Reasons It’s a Must to Read Your Dog’s Body Language
Dogs communicate with their faces, ears, eyes, eyebrows, tails -- their entire bodies. Over the years, I have learned to “listen” to my dogs, to the extent possible.
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