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How should owners protect themselves and their dogs from the disease?
How should owners protect themselves and their dogs from the disease?
With approximately 50 percent of the U.S. dog population composed of mixed breeds, it's a question many dog lovers hear. In the past, guesses at the breed mix were based on appearance and temperament, but now DNA testing can unlock the mystery of a dog's genetic heritage.
With approximately 50 percent of the U.S. dog population composed of mixed breeds, it's a question many dog lovers hear. In the past, guesses at the breed mix were based on appearance and temperament, but now DNA testing can unlock the mystery of a dog's genetic heritage.
While parents spend about $600 a year per child in back-to-school purchases, pet parents will find it far less expensive to outfit their pooch for training classes or doggie day care. But as with any kind of shopping, it pays to research and compare before making your purchasing decisions.
While parents spend about $600 a year per child in back-to-school purchases, pet parents will find it far less expensive to outfit their pooch for training classes or doggie day care. But as with any kind of shopping, it pays to research and compare before making your purchasing decisions.
Dogs often appear in television shows, movies, commercials and more. If your dog has star quality, it could be a hit in Hollywood and enjoy the spotlight too.
Dogs often appear in television shows, movies, commercials and more. If your dog has star quality, it could be a hit in Hollywood and enjoy the spotlight too.
Allergies are one of the leading causes of visits to the veterinary office: They account for up to 25 percent of visits, according to some estimates.
Allergies are one of the leading causes of visits to the veterinary office: They account for up to 25 percent of visits, according to some estimates.
Reading assistance dog programs are popping up at libraries, schools and nonprofit organizations. Both organizers and participants say the literacy dogs are making a significant difference in the lives of children.
Reading assistance dog programs are popping up at libraries, schools and nonprofit organizations. Both organizers and participants say the literacy dogs are making a significant difference in the lives of children.
Although the old saying holds that "you can't teach an old dog new tricks," it's actually never too late or too early to train your dog.
Although the old saying holds that "you can't teach an old dog new tricks," it's actually never too late or too early to train your dog.
Are you at last ready to get your children that puppy they've been begging for?
Are you at last ready to get your children that puppy they've been begging for?
Here are some helpful tips on how to best jog with your dog.
Here are some helpful tips on how to best jog with your dog.
A recent survey from Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) identified the top 10 most common claims that cost $1,000 or more. Read here for the list and how to prevent expensive vet bills.
A recent survey from Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) identified the top 10 most common claims that cost $1,000 or more. Read here for the list and how to prevent expensive vet bills.
The change from a full house during the summer to spending the day alone can lead to troublesome -- and even dangerous -- behavior for some dogs. This can mean anxious pacing, inappropriate elimination, chewing or even escape attempts. Here's how to alleviate stress.
The change from a full house during the summer to spending the day alone can lead to troublesome -- and even dangerous -- behavior for some dogs. This can mean anxious pacing, inappropriate elimination, chewing or even escape attempts. Here's how to alleviate stress.
A yard, your family and friends, plus at least one dog equal a recipe for ultimate fun.
A yard, your family and friends, plus at least one dog equal a recipe for ultimate fun.
A recent survey conducted by the AAA and Kurgo, a pet travel products company, shows just how risky the behavior of dog-owning drivers can be.
A recent survey conducted by the AAA and Kurgo, a pet travel products company, shows just how risky the behavior of dog-owning drivers can be.
Many dogs are counter-surfers, so you're not alone with this problem. The habit might seem fun to your dog, but can drive you to distraction. Here are some tips to break your dog of the counter-surfing habit.
Many dogs are counter-surfers, so you're not alone with this problem. The habit might seem fun to your dog, but can drive you to distraction. Here are some tips to break your dog of the counter-surfing habit.
There's no question that puppies are cute, but all that awesomeness can distract from the fact that getting a puppy is also a serious matter. Here are some tips to help you get ready for your new addition.
There's no question that puppies are cute, but all that awesomeness can distract from the fact that getting a puppy is also a serious matter. Here are some tips to help you get ready for your new addition.
If you typically go everywhere with your dog, it's no wonder you want to bring your best pal with you on holiday visits.
If you typically go everywhere with your dog, it's no wonder you want to bring your best pal with you on holiday visits.
The doggy bed on the floor -- no matter how big and fancy -- could never hold the same appeal as the bed you sleep on. Here are some tips on sharing your bed.
The doggy bed on the floor -- no matter how big and fancy -- could never hold the same appeal as the bed you sleep on. Here are some tips on sharing your bed.
Planning a winter holiday vacation? These problem prevention tips will help you prepare your pup for boarding.
Planning a winter holiday vacation? These problem prevention tips will help you prepare your pup for boarding.
Pinched pocketbooks have spelled success for thrift stores, and today there's a bigger selection of shops than ever.
Pinched pocketbooks have spelled success for thrift stores, and today there's a bigger selection of shops than ever.
Fostering a dog for a temporary period of time will increase the likelihood that the dog will find a forever home.
Fostering a dog for a temporary period of time will increase the likelihood that the dog will find a forever home.
Similar to selecting a day care for a child, choosing a doggie day care center is a process that takes some time and consideration.
Similar to selecting a day care for a child, choosing a doggie day care center is a process that takes some time and consideration.
Across the country, dog social groups are enabling dog owners and their pets to find common ground.
Across the country, dog social groups are enabling dog owners and their pets to find common ground.
Increasingly, dog owners understand that their pets need regular exercise and preventative efforts to maintain good health. They're finding that the sorts of therapies we humans enjoy, such as aromatherapy and massage, also serve their dogs well.
Increasingly, dog owners understand that their pets need regular exercise and preventative efforts to maintain good health. They're finding that the sorts of therapies we humans enjoy, such as aromatherapy and massage, also serve their dogs well.
Dog food has certainly changed over the years. Read about the first dog foods, and their evolution to today's modern products.
Dog food has certainly changed over the years. Read about the first dog foods, and their evolution to today's modern products.
Eight is the new 5 for dogs. Find out how senior dog food is helping adult dogs live longer, more productive lives.
Eight is the new 5 for dogs. Find out how senior dog food is helping adult dogs live longer, more productive lives.
Here, 10 things every dog owner should do to keep their pet happy, healthy and in good shape.
Here, 10 things every dog owner should do to keep their pet happy, healthy and in good shape.
Not only is it possible to enjoy a fun vacation with your dog, but it's also easier than ever to do so while being frugal.
Not only is it possible to enjoy a fun vacation with your dog, but it's also easier than ever to do so while being frugal.
Shy dogs can be like shy people -- They may become anxious and even defensive when exposed to strange situations.
Shy dogs can be like shy people -- They may become anxious and even defensive when exposed to strange situations. Check out these tips for properly socializing your dog.
Want to get fit? Dogs make some of the best workout partners. Here's how you and your dog can get healthy together.
Want to get fit? Dogs make some of the best workout partners. Here's how you and your dog can get healthy together.
During tough economic times, who doesn't want to save money and spend less? With these tips, pet parents can save big.
During tough economic times, who doesn't want to save money and spend less? With these tips, pet parents can save big.
I've seen owners dancing with their dogs, doing some really cool moves. I'm not interested in competitions for this, but I would still like to train my dog to dance with me. Any tips?
I've seen owners dancing with their dogs, doing some really cool moves. I'm not interested in competitions for this, but I would still like to train my dog to dance with me. Any tips?
When it's raining cats and dogs outside, plenty of indoor fun can be found with a dog craft day.
When it's raining cats and dogs outside, plenty of indoor fun can be found with a dog craft day.
The slow-food movement isn't just for organic foodies anymore.
The slow-food movement isn't just for organic foodies anymore.
Just by owning a dog, you are improving your chances of living a longer life.
Just by owning a dog, you are improving your chances of living a longer life.
Grab the popcorn, turn the cell phone off and snuggle up with your BFF (best furry friend) to enjoy 10 of the best movies about dogs.
Grab the popcorn, turn the cell phone off and snuggle up with your BFF (best furry friend) to enjoy 10 of the best movies about dogs.
A few simple steps on your part could mean more years of happy times with your dog.
A few simple steps on your part could mean more years of happy times with your dog.
Hydrotherapy provides important physical therapy to dogs, especially those who have difficulty engaging in regular outdoor activities.
Hydrotherapy provides important physical therapy to dogs, especially those who have difficulty engaging in regular outdoor activities.
As our canine companions grow older, they are subject to the same degenerative problems as we are.
As our canine companions grow older, they are subject to the same degenerative problems as we are.
Older dogs might not fill a home with happy chaos as energetic puppies do, but these senior pets still enrich our lives in so many ways.
Older dogs might not fill a home with happy chaos as energetic puppies do, but these senior pets still enrich our lives in so many ways.
Traveling with a dog can be fun, exciting and memorable, but it can also be a bit of a challenge if its idea of bathroom etiquette is finding the nearest patch of grass that smells like home.
Traveling with a dog can be fun, exciting and memorable, but it can also be a bit of a challenge if its idea of bathroom etiquette is finding the nearest patch of grass that smells like home.
Since dogs are unable to verbalize what they are really thinking, there are nonverbal cues that we can learn from and respond to accordingly.
Since dogs are unable to verbalize what they are really thinking, there are nonverbal cues that we can learn from and respond to accordingly.
Dogs are social animals, and generally don't tolerate long periods of being alone.
Dogs are social animals, and generally don't tolerate long periods of being alone.
These days, dogs are on Facebook and Twitter, and they're even "blogging" with help from their owners.
These days, dogs are on Facebook and Twitter, and they're even "blogging" with help from their owners.
Not only is it possible to enjoy a fun vacation with your dog, but it's also easier than ever to do so while being frugal.
Not only is it possible to enjoy a fun vacation with your dog, but it's also easier than ever to do so while being frugal.
During tough economic times, who doesn't want to save money and spend less? With these tips, pet parents can save big.
During tough economic times, who doesn't want to save money and spend less? With these tips, pet parents can save big.
Is it true that seven human years are equivalent to one dog year? Can dogs really smell cancer? Here, we debunk some commonly held canine myths.
Is it true that seven human years are equivalent to one dog year? Can dogs really smell cancer? Here, we debunk some commonly held canine myths.
Over the past few years there has been a lot of talk about specific dog breeds that are "hypoallergenic" and perfect for families with members who have pet allergies. Is this talk fact or fiction?
Over the past few years there has been a lot of talk about specific dog breeds that are "hypoallergenic" and perfect for families with members who have pet allergies. Is this talk fact or fiction?
Since your dog hasn't mastered speaking in words yet, you may wonder how you can tell if your dog is feeling okay. It turns out, many of the clues can come from just looking at your dog and reading his body language.
Since your dog hasn't mastered speaking in words yet, you may wonder how you can tell if your dog is feeling okay. It turns out, many of the clues can come from just looking at your dog and reading his body language.
What item do you grab numerous times a day but rarely, if ever, wash?
What item do you grab numerous times a day but rarely, if ever, wash?
Inviting guests to your home when you have a new or energetic dog can prove to be challenging. Just a little training -- for both your dog and your guests -- will make visits more enjoyable for everyone.
Inviting guests to your home when you have a new or energetic dog can prove to be challenging. Just a little training -- for both your dog and your guests -- will make visits more enjoyable for everyone.
There are many ways to show your dog that she is your best friend and an important member of your family.
There are many ways to show your dog that she is your best friend and an important member of your family. From doing activities together to creating a space just for her, these are some easy ways you can strengthen your bond with your four-legged friend.
Being a dog owner means sometimes taking on tasks that might not be that pleasant -- for either you or your dog. Nail clipping, in some cases, is one of the tasks.
Being a dog owner means sometimes taking on tasks that might not be that pleasant -- for either you or your dog. Nail clipping, in some cases, is one of the tasks.
Dealing with the death of a dog is difficult for any owner -- no matter the age of your pet. Dr. Trisha Joyce of New York City Veterinary Specialists, and Dr. Wallace Sife, clinical psychologist, offer advice on managing the end, grieving and moving on.
Dealing with the death of a dog is difficult for any owner -- no matter the age of your pet. Dr. Trisha Joyce of New York City Veterinary Specialists, and Dr. Wallace Sife, clinical psychologist, offer advice on managing the end, grieving and moving on.
It's common knowledge that dogs should go for walks, play fetch and exercise, but did you know that your cat should be squeezing in fitness time too?
It's common knowledge that dogs should go for walks, play fetch and exercise, but did you know that your cat should be squeezing in fitness time too?
Dogs often appear in television shows, movies, commercials and more. If your dog has star quality, it could be a hit in Hollywood and enjoy the spotlight too.
Dogs often appear in television shows, movies, commercials and more. If your dog has star quality, it could be a hit in Hollywood and enjoy the spotlight too.
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