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Care For Older Dogs

admin — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:25:57 +0000

As your dog gets older, you will witness noticeable differences in him or her physically. Their teeth will begin to wear down and will change color. Their eyes may begin to change color as well and start to appear gray or blue. The tone of their muscle will decrease and they won't be able to [...]

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Dog Eye Care

admin — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:00:46 +0000

When your dog’s eyes are healthy, they should be bright and clear. They should not be swollen, inflamed or have any type of discharge. Any eye problems in your dog can be very painful and irritating for them and so it is important to make sure that they receive proper care if they [...]

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Dog Gestation

admin — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 15:00:15 +0000

A female dog goes into heat roughly two times a year. The first time they go into heat is when they are around seven to eight months old. However, small breeds may start sooner than that. You will often be able to tell that your dog is about to go into heat by [...]

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Pre-Natal Care For Puppies

admin — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:00:11 +0000

The first thing that you want to do is to record when your dog first becomes pregnant. You can expect for your dog to give birth around two months later, or 60 days. Be sure that you make arrangements to be at home during this, and are prepared for the birth. Avoid giving your [...]

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How To Care for Older Dogs

admin — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:17:17 +0000

The first thing that you need to know is that each breed of dog is different in its determination of senior years. A lot of your smaller breeds tend to be around 10 years old or so when they are considered seniors. This changes up a lot so do your research on the breed of [...]

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How To Care For Older Dogs

admin — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 02:33:54 +0000

Different breeds and sizes of dogs will age at different rates and many consider "Mutts" hardier than purebred breeds. However, no matter what the breed or size, at some point a dog will exhibit signs of aging. Start preparing yourself early on and be observant to any changes in your dog's health, mood or behavior [...]

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Why Dog Shampoo is Important

admin — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 03:02:31 +0000

Too many people never stop to think of the kind of shampoo they are using to bathe their dog – until the dog shows an adverse reaction to it. A good dog shampoo is important for so many reasons. Unlike us, dogs cannot apply lotions and ointments to their skin if it gets [...]

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Homemade Dog Food Tips

admin — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:45:20 +0000

Before you start making your own homemade dog food, you need to know a couple of things. You need to find out what foods are toxic to your dog. You also should understand that preparing home made dog food may not be as easy as it sounds because it's very much like to preparing food [...]

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Dog Insurance

admin — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 19:54:37 +0000

Dogs are great pets, always pleased to see their owners shown by the wag of their tails. They do not complain and are a way to de-stress from everyday life. Taking your pet out for a walk or for a simple game with the Frisbee can ensure a healthy workout for you and in the [...]

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Dog Health Questions

admin — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:38:35 +0000

There are lots of questions that dog owners should ask regarding their dog’s safety and health. How often should the dog visit the veterinarian? For most dogs, they should visit their vet once a year for their vaccinations. For puppies, they should visit their vets more often since they require frequent vaccination boosters. If your dog [...]

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Importance of Dog Nutrition

admin — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:51:13 +0000

There was a time when no one gave a second thought to whether their dogs nutritional needs were being met. At that time, any old dog food would do. Now however, after study and research, we have learned that a quality food, wet or dry will impact our dogs health. A quality dog food has [...]

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Dog Care and Grooming at Home

admin — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:11:03 +0000

I don't know about the area you live in, but it costs close to $30 for the most basic trip to the pet groomer in my town. And I don't even have a dog with long fur or any special needs. For more deluxe treatments, the prices quickly go up. Even if you do the grooming [...]

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Skin Care For Your Dog

admin — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:41:09 +0000

Dogs are very sensitive and affectionate. Dogs obey and follow instructions if they are put into practice from the puppy stage. Dog care is not a simple procedure. One has to know a lot of things about dogs. Dogs are to be regulated in their food habits, personality, the toe nail lengths, and sensory organs. Dog’s [...]

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Dog Health: A Complete Guide

admin — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:29:07 +0000

Knowing when to take your dog to the vet and when to let him "self-regulate" is a pretty tricky business - how do you tell when he needs to see a professional? After all, it's not as if you can rely on your dog to let you know. Nobody likes forking out $80 for a needless [...]

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Health Insurance For Your Dog

admin — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 14:31:20 +0000

Most dog owners in America have not arranged for pet health insurance, and I'm not quite sure why. We all know just how important it is to have health insurance; so it makes sense that we should consider veterinary pet insurance to protect our pets. It may at first look like just another regular expense; that [...]

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