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How to brush a dogs teeth when they refuse? Try raw bones that will help them clean their teeth.

How to Brush the Teeth of an Uncooperative Dog

If your dog refuses to let you brush his teeth, you need to become creative. It is, after all, the gold standard of canine...
The author's cute brown dog perched over a cliff looking at the picture taker.

Just Do Your Best

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You can never know the future consequences your choices will have for your dog. Treating an illness can lead to side effects from medication you could not have anticipated. Concern about side effects of a medication or vaccine can lead to your dog contracting an illness. All you can do is your best for your dog.
IVDD is a disk disease that cause weakness and pain for dog.

What Is IVDD in Dogs?

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IVDD in dogs is a painful, debilitating spinal cord disease. Treatment includes rest, steroids, anti-inflammatories, and corrective surgery.
A dog farting a lot can indicate that their diet isn't best for them, or a digestive issue.

Why is My Dog Farting So Much?

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Flatulence—farts or passing gas—is a perfectly normal part of being a dog. If your dog just farts once in a while or there is a very clear reason why he is extra stinky today, you don’t have anything to worry about. You should definitely call your vet if your dog has other symptoms of illness.
Dogs can have strokes the same as humans do.

Can Dogs Have Strokes?

A stroke is an acute onset of one or more neurologic symptoms. It is caused by an interruption of blood flow to a particular section of the brain. Cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs) are major strokes while transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) are more minor.
Toys and games are just one of many dog enrichment ideas that can keep a dog engaged and active.

5 Dog Enrichment Ideas to Keep Your Pup Entertained

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Dog enrichment activities cater to your dog’s natural instincts to sniff, chew, forage, and more.
Dog training tools like treat pouches and tethers can make positive reinforcement a daily habit.

Best Tools for Daily Dog Training

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When it comes to training our canine companions, there are a few important items — beyond essentials like a collar and leash — that you’ll want to have on hand to set you and your dog up for success.
Bully stick holders prevent dogs from swallowing the last few inches of a bully stick.

Bully-Stick Holders Reviewed

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There are two types of bully stick holder types: a vice type that clamps the bully stick in place, and a friction type that uses a rubbery material.
When is a dog a senior dog. There are many signs inside and out.

When Is A Dog Considered a Senior?

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Tiny dogs have a longer life expectancy while giant and large breeds are on the other end of the spectrum biologically, aging faster. When you are caring for an aging dog, there are some things you can do to improve or even extend her life
A grain free diet isn't necessarily good for dogs unless they're sensitive to grains.

Is Grain-Free Good for Dogs?

Grain-free dog food has become a popular choice among pet owners in recent years. While grain-free diets may offer certain benefits to some dogs, they may not be the right choice for every dog, and not all grain free dog foods are created equally.
Hyperthyroidism in dogs is rarer than hypothyroidism and results in a dog's metabolism speeding up.

Hyperthyroidism in Dogs

With hyperthyroidism, the dog’s metabolism speeds up. You may notice your dog drinking more water (and increased urine), losing weight, constipation, and showing signs of increased activity. With the dog’s overall metabolism too high, many of the dog’s body systems are affected. Some dogs will vomit and have diarrhea along with an increased appetite.
Dogs can eat tomatoes, but as in all things you feed your dog moderation is key.

Can Dogs Eat Tomatoes?

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If you want to feed tomatoes to your dog, feed only the red fleshy part of a ripe tomato and cut the tomato into small pieces. Never feed green tomatoes or the green parts on a red tomato to your dog. Your dog also should not consume tomato leaves or tomato stems.