Foxtails & Dogs: Why They’re Dangerous
Written by AKC “Mean seeds” refers to foxtails or any number of plants, including Canada wild rye and cheatgrass, that have barbed grass...
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Helpful Information for your Tinkerpups Aussiedoodle, Aussiechon, Cavachon, Cavalier, Cavapoo, or any dog for that matter.
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Puppy Teething and Nipping: A Survival Guide
Written by Harriet Meyers for AKC Congratulations on your new puppy! This adorable, four-legged family member is going to bring you love...
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People Foods Dogs Can and Can’t Eat
Written by AKC Staff Dedicated dog lovers tend to be very kind people. We share our hearts and homes (and for some lucky pups, even the...
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When Should You Get A Second Dog?
Written for AKC by Kathy Santo If you’re considering getting a second dog, there are questions you should answer and steps you should...
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Your Complete Guide to First-Year Puppy Vaccinations
By AKC Staff When you bring that fuzzy ball of puppy energy into your home, you know right away that your new puppy depends on you for,...
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9 Tips for Helping a Dog That's Scared of Fireworks
Written by Victoria Schade, CPDT-KA for PetMD Fireworks might be awe-inspiring for some people, but many dogs are scared of fireworks and...
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Bee Careful:Everything You Need To Know About Dog Bee Stings
Written by Chewy Editorial Many of us have been stung by bees. No one likes it. When a bee comes by, people often flail and scream and...
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The Friend Who Keeps You Young
Written for Johns Hopkins Medicine Adopting a pet may seem like a selfless act, but there are plenty of selfish reasons to embrace pet...
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How Many Treats Can Your Dog Really Have?
Written by Anna Burke for AKC As a dog owner, I frequently come across the 10-percent rule. It sounds simple. “Treats should not make up...
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Can Dogs Get Food Poisoning?
Written by AKC Staff Dogs do get food poisoning, an illness usually involving gastrointestinal upset caused by bacteria or toxins in...
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7 Places to Look for Ticks on Your Dog
Written By Harriet Meyers for AKC Ticks are a problem for dogs (and for humans) throughout the United States during all seasons of the...
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Dogs endure emotional difficulties in puberty like humans, says study
Written by Nicola Davis for The Guardian Dr Lucy Asher, co-author of the research, with her dog Martha. Photograph: Glen...
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New Puppy’s First Week Home
Written for Purina.com Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting time, and it’s important to make sure you’re prepared. You’ll need puppy...
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7 Places to Look for Ticks on Your Dog
Written by Harriet Meyers for AKC.com Ticks are a problem for dogs (and for humans) throughout the United States during all seasons of...
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Top 10 Things to Consider Before Buying a Dog
Written Ami Patrick for One Kind Planet Dogs are amazing. They are man’s best friend, and we share almost every aspect of our human lives...
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7 Places to Look for Ticks on Your Dog
Written for AKC by Harriet Meyers Ticks are a problem for dogs (and for humans) throughout the United States during all seasons of the...
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The Right Way to Switch Dog Foods
Written by AKC Maybe your veterinarian has recommended a prescription diet, or perhaps you’ve simply decided to try a new brand. Whatever...
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5 DIY Dog Cleaning Solutions You Can Mix At Home
Written by Jean Bauhaus for AKC Commercial cleaning products are loaded with potentially hazardous ingredients like bleach and ammonia....
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Do the Dewclaws?
What is a dewclew? Dewclews are found on a dog’s fore and rear paws. The dewclew is usually higher up on the paw, as such does not...
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