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You come home from a long day at work only to find that Fido has turned your new pair of Prada heels into confetti. Immediately your body stiffens as you gently pick up one of the damaged shoes to inspect the carnage. Definitely not salvageable. Your anger and frustration boil over and you turn to poor Fido. » more |
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The presence of occasional diarrhea is not a cause for alarm as most dogs will likely – at one time or another – develop an upset stomach and exhibit symptoms such as vomiting and/or diarrhea. Usually, these symptoms will subside on their own in less than 24-hours. » more |
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Feeding the older dog correctly is the single most important thing you can do for your senior pooch. As dogs age, their calorie and nutrient requirements change much like ours do and with the wide variety of healthful seniors diets on the market, it only makes sense to give your beloved canine every feasible advantage you can, allowing them to live the longest, healthiest and happiest life possible. » more |
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There is a short answer to this and a long answer to this. Generally speaking, a dog is pregnant in the vicinity of 62 days. Dogs who are blessed with smaller litters can outlive that deadline by about a week and dogs with a large litter may deliver their pups about a week short of that. » more |
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There are approximately 160 cups of kibble in a forty pound bag and a five pound dog eats maybe half a cup per meal depending on the caloric density of the food. That means the 160 cups of dog food will last approximately 160 days or five months and ten days. » more |
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Making the decision to purchase a dog is often done without first considering exactly what the new pet will mean to the family. Staring into those big, sad eyes can turn any rational adult into an impulsive buyer. While caring for a dog can be extremely rewarding for both caretaker and animal, dog ownership requires time, money, and energy (some breeds require more energy than others). » more |
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Well before your due date, tend to your dog’s medical needs; the last thing you need is a vet visit when you are running baby back and forth to the doctor. Make sure your dog is current on all vaccinations, and consider spaying or neutering an unfixed animal. Fixed animals are calmer and less likely to bite. » more |
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Every dog owner, regardless of the number of dogs you have or will own, has been faced with the obstacle of finding a compatible dog breed. Some owners simply fall into it, others have been raised with a certain breed, and even more owners have to really test the waters to figure out what breed best suits their personality and their lifestyle. » more |
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When deciding what type of dog to add to your family, remember this: Size DOES matter! If you live in a tiny house with no yard, then a Great Dane isn’t the right choice. When deciding what size dog is right for your family, you need to consider your lifestyle, the ages of your children, how much activity the dog will be able to get and what other pets are in your home. » more |