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How to Identify and Buy Therapeutic-Quality Essential Oils

Essential oil diffusers are a popular aromatherapy accessory for dogs – but some essential oils are bad for dogs. Here’s how to use a diffuser safely and effectively around your dog.
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Tips For Grooming An Anxious Dog

Is your dog a nervous mess when it comes to being groomed, brushed, or clipped? Here’s how to keep your dog calm for grooming.
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Diabetes in Dogs

Learn the symptoms of diabetes mellitus (including increased water consumption, urinary incontinence, and UTIs) so you can quickly seek a diagnosis and treatment if you see them in your dog.
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Dog Vaccine Requirements

Determining what vaccines are necessary for dogs depends somewhat on his lifestyle. A stay-at-home dog doesn’t need as much protection as a dog encountering many other dogs.
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What Can Dogs Drink Besides Water?

Owners sometimes want to give their dogs some almond milk, coconut water, orange or cranberry juice, or broth. Which liquids are safe for dogs?
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How to Tell if Your Dog Is Going Blind

Signs of blindness in dogs start with slight behavior changes.
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Signs a Dog Is Going into Labor Soon

Your dog’s body temperature is an early indication she is going into labor.
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Dog Staph Infection Treatment

If your dog has a recurring skin infection, a home remedy may not be enough.
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Critical Signs of Stress in a Dog

Learn the signs of dog anxiety so you can avoid having your dog shut down.
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How to Get Skunk Smell Off a Dog

What to do when your dog gets sprayed by a skunk.
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Melatonin Is Safe for Dogs

Melatonin dosage charts are on supplement packs made for dogs, but we caution you to check with your veterinarian before using melatonin.
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To Dock or Not? All About Docked Tails

Many dog breeds have their tails docked when they are puppies. We discuss why and how this is done and detail the potential adverse side effects of the procedure.

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Parallels between Force-Free Training and Gentle Parenting

Both gentle parenting and force-free training emphasize empathy for the living being you're responsible for, and patience with their behavior as their core tenet.