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Canine Diseases & Treatment : Intestinal Dog Diseases

Intestinal dog diseases can be diagnosed through a physical exam, fecal samples, age and the history of the dog, as many diseases and parasites are quite common in much younger pets. Prevent intestinal dog diseases through a healthy diet and … Continue reading

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Canine Massage Techniques: Kneading

Pat Whalen-Shaw demonstrates canine massage therapy on Edge. Edge was recently injured after having slipped on the ice. Edge is a highly athletic hunting dog–a Weimaraner. Here we see kneading techniques to help him overcome some muscle spasms he had … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : Can Humans Catch Worms From Pets?

Humans can catch worms from pets depending on the type of worm, such as ring worms, whip worms and flea-transmitted diseases. Understand the transmittable diseases from pet to owner withinformation from a professional certified dog trainer in this free video … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : What Should You Feed a Dog With Diarrhea?

A dog with diarrhea should be fed absorbent food, such as rice or pasta, as well as good-bacteria foods, like cheese and yogurt. Give a dog these stomach-friendly foods, as well as Imodium or Pepto-Bismol, withinformation from a professional certified … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : When Do Puppies Need First Shots?

A puppy will need a first round of shots at different ages, depending on the local and state laws, but 8 weeks old is usually when the first round is administered. Keep a puppy up to date on important shots … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : What Medicines Are Safe to Give a Pet?

Medicines that are safe to give a pet include Imodium, Pepto-Bismol, milk of magnesia, buffered aspirin and regular Benedryl. Find over-the-counter medications that are safe for dogs withinformation from a professional certified dog trainer in this free video on dog … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : Agility Training for Dogs

Agility training for dogs is a great way to burn off energy, especially for innately hyper and high-energy dogs like terriers, shepherds and cattle dogs. Find out how to start training a dog for agility withinformation from a professional certified … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : First Aid for Dog Vomiting

First aid for a dog who is vomiting includes taking away food and water for a couple of hours to allow the pet to calm down and calling the vet for a dog who throws up more than a couple … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : Home Remedies for Dry Skin in Dogs

Dry skin in dogs can be remedied at home by offering a higher-quality diet, including omega-3 fatty acids into the diet, bathing the pet no more than once a week, using an oatmeal-based shampoo and brushing the dog’s coat on … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : Home Remedies for Dry Skin in Dogs

Dry skin in dogs can be remedied at home by offering a higher-quality diet, including omega-3 fatty acids into the diet, bathing the pet no more than once a week, using an oatmeal-based shampoo and brushing the dog’s coat on … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : Agility Training for Dogs

Agility training for dogs is a great way to burn off energy, especially for innately hyper and high-energy dogs like terriers, shepherds and cattle dogs. Find out how to start training a dog for agility withinformation from a professional certified … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : Heartworm Medication for Dogs

Heartworm medication for dogs is given to them once a month to kill off any baby worms that may exist in the animal’s heart, though the medication does not kill of adult heartworms. Understand the importance of keeping a pet … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : What Should You Feed a Dog With Diarrhea?

A dog with diarrhea should be fed absorbent food, such as rice or pasta, as well as good-bacteria foods, like cheese and yogurt. Give a dog these stomach-friendly foods, as well as Imodium or Pepto-Bismol, withinformation from a professional certified … Continue reading

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Dog Training & Canine Health : What Should You Feed a Dog With Diarrhea?

A dog with diarrhea should be fed absorbent food, such as rice or pasta, as well as good-bacteria foods, like cheese and yogurt. Give a dog these stomach-friendly foods, as well as Imodium or Pepto-Bismol, withinformation from a professional certified … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : Picking an Allergy-Free Dog

When trying to pick an allergy-free dog, consider adopting a poodle, schnauzer, Chinese crested or a hairless breed, all of which are generally considered hypoallergenic. Find a dog with a low chance of causing allergies in humans withhelpful information from … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : How to Tell If a Dog Has Worms

To tell if a dog has worms, take the animal to a veterinary clinic, where fecal tests and a physical exam are conducted to determine what kind of worm is present, as many worms do not physically show in the … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : How to Tell If a Dog Has Worms

To tell if a dog has worms, take the animal to a veterinary clinic, where fecal tests and a physical exam are conducted to determine what kind of worm is present, as many worms do not physically show in the … Continue reading

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Pet & Animal Care : Canine Arthritis Treatment

Treatment for canine arthritis begins with prevention, as keeping a dog at a healthy weight and providing appropriate exercise is important for long-term health. Find supplements to give an arthritic pet dog withhelpful information from a practicing veterinarian in this … Continue reading

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Canine Diseases & Treatment : Dog Nail Diseases

Dog nail diseases can be caused by trimming the nails to closely to the nail bed, getting the nail caught on something that fractures the nail and infections that develop in the nail bed. Understand the many different diseases that … Continue reading

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Canine Health Facts : How to Prevent Flea Bites

Preventing flea bites requires eliminating the fleas from the dog’s coat using a flea bath, a fine-toothed flea comb or a topical treatment. Get rid of fleas and their larva with helpful information from a practicing veterinarian in this free … Continue reading

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