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If you own any breed of dog with long hair, you know the pain of matted hair. Even those who groom their dog and brush their hair on a regular basis can sometimes still suffer from matted hair. The truth is that some dogs are just more prone to matting than others. Sadly, that long,…

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As a dog owner, seeing your dog in pain is extremely difficult because it can make you feel helpless when it comes to making them feel better. In general, dogs are known to be rambunctious, fun, and energetic creatures, which makes them great pets and lifelong companions. Unfortunately, these same characteristics can also cause them…

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Dogs are our beloved family members, and many dog owners think of their canine companions almost as children, treating them with the same loving care. If you’re one of those big-hearted dog lovers, you know that even a small injury to your poor pup can make you wince with sympathy – and start searching for…

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Vaccinating your dog is an important part of being a responsible pet owner, but so is educating yourself on the care and keeping of your furry companion. While some aspects of long term care – monthly flea treatments or heartworm pills, for example – can be safely and easily taken care of at home, vaccines…

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Mushrooms. It’s likely you’re worried about your dog or family members consuming them as you’ve heard old wives tales about how poisonous they can be or because of their hallucinatory effects. But are the stories true? Well, as most tales are, it’s complicated! Partly true and partly legend, and much of the “it depends” answer…

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When a person comes into contact with poison ivy, they know it without a doubt. But does the same go for dogs? Can dogs get poison ivy like their human counterparts? Surprisingly, most dogs feel little to no irritation when they are exposed. However, some dogs can suffer a great deal after coming into contact…

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You love your dog so dearly, however, there is one thing you do not love. His constant begging. When sitting up at the table for dinner, you look to the right and see those big sweet eyes. It feels so hard NOT to give in, however, you know they are often begging for food that…

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Ticks are nasty little buggers that can plague your dog no matter how many safety measures you take to try to protect him. You can find ticks almost anywhere, but they seem more prevalent in wooded areas, especially during the warmer months of summer and spring, as well as the fall season. They are less…

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One thing you need to be on the lookout for as a dog owner is poisoning. Unfortunately, it’s not as easy as keeping a bottle labeled “poison” with a skull and crossbones on it away from your dog. There are many substances that you use around the house or in the yard that are highly…

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Chocolate is a tempting treat for both dogs and their owners. Fortunately for humans, it is not toxic for most of us. Dogs, on the other hand, are not as lucky. Ingesting chocolate will make a dog very ill indeed; in fact, the more they eat, the worse they will feel. This is important to…

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