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Knuckling in dogs is a neurological disorder that causes a dog to walk on their knuckles

Knuckling in Dogs

Health Dr. Mary Cope, PhD 0
A raw diet for dogs is notionally more nutritious, but it can have risks.

Raw Diet for Dogs: Should You?

Food Dr. Debra M. Eldredge, DVM 6
Vital vitamins and minerals must be compensated for in a raw diet. Getting the calcium/phosphorus balance just right, especially for puppies, can be very challenging. Properly feeding raw you make yourself is not as easy as your dog catching and consuming an occasional rabbit.
Signs your dog is in pain can be subtle and include fatigue, pacing, and aversion to touch.

How to Tell If Your Dog Is in Pain

Behavior Dan Muse 4
Dogs communicate their discomfort with subtle changes in their behavior, posture, and habits. Recognizing these signs helps you maintain your dog’s health.
When your dog is sprayed by a skunk there are some steps you need to take to mitigate the smell and the risk of injury to your dog.

What To Do When Your Dog Is Sprayed by a Skunk

Care Mary Schwager 2

When I think back to the night my dog was sprayed by a skunk, the disaster replays in my mind like a video in fast-forward.

Something furry dashed across the front porch of the Cape Cod, Massachusetts, beach house where we were staying.

"What the heck was that creature?" I thought, wondering what animal paid us a visit. But my dog didn't want to ponder nature; he raced after the fluffy critter.

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A young woman brushing a long haired golden retriever with a slicker brush.

Best Slicker Brushes for Dogs

Dog Gear Debby McMullen, CDBC 0
If you have a medium- or long-coated dog with silky to floofy fur or a curly-coated dog like a Poodle or a Doodle, a slicker brush should be part of your grooming box. We reviewed five of the best, and here's what we found out.
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A dog allergy shot using one or two common medications can offer long term itch relief.

Do Allergy Shots Offer Lasting Relief for Dogs?

Common Medications Dan Muse 0
The sight of your dog constantly scratching, licking, or chewing is a familiar and distressing one. Dog allergy shots can offer a dog some needed long term relief.
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A dog exercise routine provides your dog with mental stimulation as well as physical health.

Developing a Dog Exercise Routine

Care Jae Thomas, CPDT-KA 0

Keeping your dog well-exercised has a variety of benefits. Not only will you keep them at a healthy weight and their muscles limber, you can also use exercise as a way to bond with your dog and provide them with mental enrichment.

Before you begin an exercise routine with your dog, there’s a lot to know. We chatted with canine physical therapist Dr. Courtney Wheeler, PT, CCRT, from Walking Paws Rehab in Boulder, Colorado, and canine conditioning coach, Kirsten Belinsky, CPDT-KA, CSCC, from Canine Athletics Training Center in Longmont, Colorado about all things dog exercise.

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Dog whistles whether they're audible or not can play an important role in teaching your dog training cues.

How to Train Your Dog to a Dog Whistle

Training Pamela Dennison, CWRI, CDBC 0
Dogs can learn to respond to all sorts of sounds and cues, but among the most effective for a solid recall, or “come,” is...
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Catnip doesn't do much for most dogs. Rarely, a few dogs may experience a mild sedative effect.

What Does Catnip Do to Dogs?

Common Medications Dr. Debra M. Eldredge, DVM 0
Catnip seems to have a mild sedative effect on a few dogs, but I wouldn’t recommend it to calm a dog on the 4th of July! If you decide to expose your dog to catnip, try a small amount of dried crushed plant or fresh crushed leaves.
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The best peanut butter for dogs is the kind that doesn't contain xylitol or any additional sweeteners.

Best Peanut Butter for Dogs

Dog Treats Dr. Mary Cope, PhD 2
Peanut butter is a popular treat among dog owners, used to fill puzzle toys, hide medications, or as a reward for good behavior. Most...
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Everyone loves a floofy dog, but getting the dog hair out of a car can be a challenge.

How to Get Dog Hair Out of the Car

Dog Gear Debby McMullen, CDBC 0
I have floofy dogs, so I learned to remove dog hair from my car. I also became a fan of preventatives. For example, if...
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Sileo for dogs can help with anxiety due to noise or other sensitivities.

Sileo for Dogs

Common Medications Dr. Debra M. Eldredge, DVM 4
Sileo gel for dogs may help dogs who seem to instinctively fear noise, or at a minimum, dislike certain noises. Those sounds can include...
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In home euthanasia can provide your pet with a peaceful end of life in the familiar and comfortable surroundings of their home.

What To Know About In-Home Euthanasia

Care Mary Schwager 3
Wherever Harley went, commotion followed. I had a hunch that even in death, his knack for turmoil would live on, and I wasn't wrong. The...
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Long term shelter dog behavior can differ from dogs who have never been to a shelter, or only stayed short term.

What To Expect When Adopting a Long-Stay Shelter Dog

Adoption Dr. Kate Mornement Phd, CAAB 1
Adopting a dog who has been a long-term resident at a shelter can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Long stints in an animal shelter...
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The best reflective dog collars help you and others see and locate your dog in twilight and dark nights.

The 5 Best Reflective Dog Collars

Dog Gear Jae Thomas, CPDT-KA 0

Whether you’re camping with your dog, or just want to keep them visible on late-night potty walks, a reflective dog collar is a must-have for your dog’s safety.

Reflective collars keep your dog visible to you, cars, bikes, other people, and other dogs. Dogs who wear reflective collars are easier to see both on leash and off leash, thereby reducing accidents.

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