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Posts tagged "Dog Health"
Keeping Your Dog Cool in the Summer
Summer is finally upon us and it couldn’t have come fast enough! While this gorgeous weather is great for beach parties and barbeques, too much exposure to the heat and sun could cause your dog to overheat, causing serious medical problems including death. Obviously, dogs with thicker coats are at a higher risk because their [ ]
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5 Common Foods That Could Harm Your Dog
Keeping good track of a healthy diet for your dog is one of the most important things you can do as a pet parent. There are several foods that could be extremely harmful to your dog that most people wouldn’t even consider. For instance, obviously we’re all aware that chocolate can cause serious gastric issues [ ]
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Dog Food Ingredients to Avoid: Protecting Your Pup’s Health
As pet parents, we want our dogs to enjoy their meals while staying healthy and happy. However not all dog food ingredients are created equal. Some harmful additives, low-quality proteins, and unnecessary fillers can negatively impact your pup’s mood, health, and overall well-being. To help you make informed, healthy choices, here are the top ingredients [ ]
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Protecting Your Dog’s Joints: Tips for a Happy, Healthy Life
As your dog ages, their joints take on extra wear and tear, making them more susceptible to discomfort, stiffness, and even chronic conditions like arthritis. Protecting your dog’s joints early and recognizing the signs of joint pain is essential for helping them stay mobile, active, and pain-free throughout their golden years. In this guide, we’ll [ ]
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Is it Safe for My Dog to Eat Chicken Bones And Turkey Bones?
Can Dogs Eat Chicken Bones or Turkey Bones? Many dog owners wonder if its safe for their furry friends to eat chicken bones or turkey bones. The short answer is no—dogs should not eat chicken or turkey bones. Chicken bones tend to splinter more easily than turkey bones when cooked, but just like their chicken [ ]
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Where Dogs Live Their Best Lives: Ranking the Healthiest U.S. States for Dogs
When it comes to our dogs, we Americans spare no cost in making sure they’re happy and healthy. In 2023 alone, consumers spent $38.3 billion in vet care costs and products according to the APPA, meaning our four-legged family members are top priority in our households. To live a happy healthy life though your dog [ ]
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Tips to Help Your Dog Stay Safe and Cool This Summer — Avoiding Heatstroke and Identifying the Signs of Heatstroke
As the US grapples with an extreme heatwave, its not just people who are feeling the burn. With over 60 million households owning dogs in the US, millions of pets are at significant risk of heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and hyperthermia. Puppies.com, an online platform for dog lovers is stepping up to provide crucial advice to [ ]
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Protect Your Pets by Avoiding These Classic 4th of July Foods
Independence Day is celebrated with vibrant fireworks, festive barbecues, and joyous gatherings with family and friends. While these celebrations bring excitement and fun for people, they can be a source of anxiety and danger for our beloved pets. Puppies.com, an online platform for dog lovers, recognizes the importance of keeping your furry friends safe during [ ]
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Defending Against Fleas and Ticks: A Comprehensive Guide for Dogs and Their Humans
Safety: Ticks and Diseases For many people, finding a tick latched onto their leg or between their dogs eyes is enough to put a damper on a trip to the woods. With recent publicity given to the threat of Lyme disease, peoples fears have intensified, and some are afraid to visit the forest. How do [ ]
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Puppies.com Partners with Lemonade Pet Insurance
What is pet insurance? If you’ve ever raised a dog of your own, you know there’s nothing quite like the adventure and sweetness of the puppy years. Bringing a new puppy home adds so much joy to your life, but its important to also be aware of the responsibilities associated with pet ownership. Along with [ ]
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Healthy Dog Food
We all want our dogs to be healthy. Along with regular exercise, feeding our dogs healthy food is one best ways to help them live long, happy, healthy lives. With all of the dog food brands on the market, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed. Here are some tips to help make it easier to maintain [ ]
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Vaccinating Your Dog
We all want our dogs to be safe, healthy, and happy, and vaccines are one safeguard we can take to make that happen. Vaccinations help prevent various illnesses by preparing the immune system to fight against disease-causing pathogens. They are an easy and affordable way to ensure that your dog lives a long, healthy life. [ ]
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