Staying Healthy
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8.5K5 Times Summer is No Vacation for Pets
From vacations to barbecues and outdoor adventures, summertime means no worries for pets and pet parents — or so it seems. As...
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70.5K6Swim Safety: Is Ocean Salt Water Safe For Dogs?
One of the best things about this time of year is the warm, beach-perfect weather on the forecast. But, before you pack...
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2.4KHow do I use CBD for my dog’s fear of fireworks?
As humans, we look forward to the celebrations with family and friends that a holiday brings. However, the nights where fireworks explode,...
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7.8KPreparing Your Dog for the Unexpected With His Very Own Bug-Out Bag
Whether it’s a natural disaster, some unforeseen event that forces you and your best friend out of your home, or an impending...
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16.4KWhat Every Dog Parent Should Know: Cleaning Your Dog’s Ears
Sometimes they’re floppy, sometimes they stand straight up. Sometimes they’re long, sometimes they’re short. No matter what type of ears frame your...
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7.4K16 Heat Hazards & Summer Safety Tips for Dogs and Their People
As the weather warms up we need to be aware of seasonal hazards that may put our dogs at risk. While we...
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1.8KShould I Shave My Dog? And Other Common Summer Grooming Questions
We’re headed for the dog days of summer. Winter coats and fuzzy boots are getting packed away to make room for shorts...
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621Taking Your Dog to the Vet for the First Time
It is important to book an appointment with your vet within a few days of your new dog arriving home. Starting preventative...
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704How to Celebrate Your Pet’s Birthday with Health in Mind
For pet owners, there are few events in life as exciting as the birthday of your beloved furry companion. Since they do...
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519How To Prevent Fleas Entering Your Home
Fleas are tiny creatures almost invisible to the eye, but they can wreak complete havoc once they’ve entered a home, putting both...
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1.1K8 Steps to the PAW-fect Dog-Friendly Backyard
Creating a backyard oasis that you and your dog can safely enjoy can be a bit challenging. But, as long as you...
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3.9KMake the Backyard a Blast With These Fun Outdoor Dog Toys
The backyard doesn’t have to be boring! With an assortment of fun and unique outdoor dog toys, your dog can have a...
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338.7K48How to Treat (and Possibly Save!) An Overheated Dog
Would you know what to do to potentially save the life of an overheated dog? The immediate steps taken could mean the difference...
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692Brood X is Coming! Are Cicadas Dangerous for Dogs?
Love ’em or hate ’em, the cicadas are coming. We’ve all heard about Brood X, the hoard of cicadas that will soon...
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5.3K15 Items for $5 or Less That Could Save Your Dog’s Life
You’ve puppy proofed your home, you have all the latest gadgets and gizmos to track your dog’s health and activities, you’ve even...
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22.2K5 Places To Regularly Check Your Dog for Ticks
If you spend time outdoors with your best furry friend, checking him for ticks should be a part of your daily routine....
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770Navigating Travels With Your Pet During a Pandemic
There is finally a light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic. The vaccine rollout is...
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530The Power of Pet Rehabilitation Therapy
Rehabilitation for injuries comes in a number of different forms and even has different names. “Physio” has become a catch-all name for...
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729Science Says Your Dog Can Help Cure Your Nightmares!
If you share your bed with your dog at night, you’re certainly not the only one. A lot of pet owners appreciate...
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8511Common Signs Your Dog Has Allergies (and when to go to the Pet ER!)
Springtime brings warmer weather, flowers, and dreaded allergies for people and their beloved pups. To help educate pet parents, the Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)...
