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Adopting A Shelter Dog: 5 Tips For Success

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Reading Time: 2 minutes …and is suddenly expected to adapt to a completely new life. Here are some tips based on what I discovered. When considering a shelter dog for adoption, keep the dog’s…

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Why Get A Puppy From A Responsible Breeder? A Veterinarian Shares The Benefits

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …the odds that a puppy will have good health throughout life. A responsible breeder is not only available to guide you for the life of your new dog but is…

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Don’t Become a Statistic: National Dog Bite Prevention Week Tips

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …dog bite statistic. Learn to read d-o-g. Dogs are honest, consistent communicators. They don’t deceive or bluff. In new situations with new people, dogs of all ages and breeds have…

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Knowing Your Cat’s Personality Type Can Help You Give Him A Better Life

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …in Australia and New Zealand have approached this question from a different angle. If we can accurately assess the personalities of cats in our homes, they reasoned, that might suggest…

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Got A Counter Cruiser? How To Get Your Cat To Keep Four On The Floor

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Reading Time: 2 minutes …cat might take some time to get used to the new and improved perching place. Don’t get frustrated. Try putting your cat’s food and treats up on the perch to…

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Travels With Charley: How To Make RV Travel Stress-Free For Your Dog

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Reading Time: 4 minutes …can sniff this new place. Dogs love to sniff, and this activity can help them to relax. When you stop, keep your dog on leash. No matter how well trained,…

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Pet Losing A Limb? How To Help Him Get Back On His Feet

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …rehab techniques to help dogs and cats rebuild their strength and adjust to their new gait and stance. Here’s what to know about giving your pet the best recovery possible….

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A Shelter Shares Enrichment Tips For Pets At Home

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Reading Time: 4 minutes …him to the local pet store to sniff around? Can you take him on a car ride to a new place? At the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary we like to…

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Stranger Danger: Help Your Dog Feel Relaxed When Visitors Arrive

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …boo-boo, backing up, or crouching. How can you help your dog cope with newcomers and show good manners? “The trick is to make the appearance of strangers a good thing,”…

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When You Must Rehome Your Dog: What to Do

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Reading Time: 3 minutes …shelter or asking a veterinarian to euthanize him. Hint Number Two: Contact the breeder first. We talked to some conscientious breeders about loving ways owners can find a new home…