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Dog fights can be terrifying. An unfortunate danger when you take your dog out in public, dog fights can occur at any time for a variety of reasons, many of which are out of the owner’s control. Even though you may never need these skills, if you own a dog, you should learn how to

Is your dog bored, restless or destructive? Does he enjoy obedience or other training classes? Do people often comment on his “look at me!” antics and physical prowess? If so, your pup might love dog agility training. What is Dog Agility? A fun way to bond with your best friend, agility is a competitive sport

If you’re a dog owner who’s really concerned about your female puppy’s future health, you may be wondering whether to spay your female dog or not. No one can make this decision for you, but there are some well-known reasons as to why spaying your dog is a good thing to do. Spaying, sometimes referred

Dog grooming is essential to a dog’s overall health and well-being. Not only can it be a bonding experience for you and your dog, but it will also help your canine friend feel more comfortable, avoid hygiene-related diseases, and have a more pleasant smell. While many people think of grooming as an activity that takes place once every month or

What is Kennel Cough? If you have or are thinking about getting a pet dog, you’re sure to be worried about your pet’s health. One common ailment that many dogs suffer from is called tracheobronchitis, or kennel cough. This highly contagious upper respiratory infection is the most common among dogs in the US, and is prevalent in

Almost everyone has heard of hip dysplasia – an uncomfortable and dangerous problem that occurs in certain breeds of dogs. This malformation of the hip socket is the biggest cause of rear leg lameness in dogs. It causes painful canine arthritis and many other problems, and happens most often in larger breeds. It’s one of

Dog Arthritis As our dogs age, they become more susceptible to arthritis which is one of the most common causes for chronic pain in our canine companions. As with humans, arthritis can be debilitating and greatly affecting your dog’s quality of life. Currently there is no permanent cure for canine arthritis, but it is possible

Puppy socialization is a very extensive process, one that involves a lot of time and patience. Puppies that are properly socialized are much easier to train, and tend to be better-behaved than non-socialized puppies. Socialization is best started when a puppy is still young, in order to achieve optimum results. Here is a quick guide

Fleas, they’ve been around for 40-50 million years and are unlikely to be gone any time soon. This means that we will be dealing with them upsetting our dogs for the foreseeable future.  In this guide we’re going to look at what fleas are, how to de-flea your dog and also how to de-flea your