Noise Phobias

Noise phobia is an excessive fear of a sound that results in the dog attempting to avoid or escape from the sound. It’s an irrational, intense and persistent fear response that can develop at any age and in any dog …

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Holiday Hazards – Merry Christmas

The holidays are a festive time for us and our pets. However, due to ongoing activities and constant distractions, we can easily overlook potential dangers to our four-legged family members. Take preventive measures to protect your pets this holiday season. …

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Holiday Hazards – Merry Christmas

The holidays are a festive time for us and our pets. However, due to ongoing activities and constant distractions, we can easily overlook potential dangers to our four-legged family members. Take preventive measures to protect your pets this holiday season. …

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How To Keep Your Pet’s Joints Healthy

Joint issues are a very common problem in most aging dogs. Just like in humans, deterioration from a lifetime of use can eventually strain and injure the joints which can then develop into arthritis. When cartilage starts to degrade because …

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Managing Arthritis

Arthritis is a disease found in both cats and dogs and is especially common in dogs. It can affect pets of all ages but is more common in seniors. Arthritis is defined as the inflammation of one or more joints, …

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Grain-Free Diets

The pet food business is big these days, as you can tell from the amount of advertising that you see regarding pet foods.  But just like anything else, some of that marketing is hype, without any science behind it.  One …

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Cruciate Ligament Injury

The knee (stifle) joint of the dog is one of the weakest in the body.  Just as athletes (football players, in particular) frequently suffer knee injuries, the dog also has knee injuries.  The knee joint is relatively unstable because there …

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Healthy Bones Joints and Muscles

For December, our blog articles will feature information on Healthy Bones, Joints, and Muscles.  These body parts are important because they determine your pet’s shape, support its weight, and provide protection for the vital organs. Let’s start with some basic information: …

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