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Are Dalmatians Dynamic Companions Or Unruly Boisterous Thugs?

by Richard Cussons

dalmationThe Dalmatian is one of the most recognized dog breeds in the world because of his trademark black spotted white coat, his popularity as a fire dog, and his fame in movies. However, it hasn’t always been glitz and glamor for the Dalmatian. This dog belongs to the Non-Sporting group and was originally used in Europe during the 19th century as a

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Cats
Spot the Warning Signs of Cancer in Your Pet

November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 4 /PRNewswire/ — Cancer in pets is more common than you think. It is the number one natural cause of death in geriatric cats and dogs and accounts for nearly 50 percent of pet deaths each year. Some breeds are especially susceptible to cancer.

Although the leading cause of death in older cats and dogs, cancer also is

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Cats
New National Survey Shows Cat and Dog Owners Aren’t Feeding Their Pets What They Think They Are!

A poll commissioned by the Wellness(R) brand of natural pet food finds
few understand the ingredients on pet food labels.

For our pets to be as healthy as they can be, remember; just like people, they are what they eat. Wellness(R) Natural Pet Food says pick up the bag and read the ingredient label. With Wellness you’ll see lean meats like deboned chicken, whole grains, and a rainbow of

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Dogs
The Dog Vote

November 4th is tomorrow! It is not only the first Tuesday of November. . . it is the day that all Americans will come together to elect our nation’s new President. What you might not know is that it’s also the day the Doggie Electoral College will cast their votes to make their barks heard around the world. Even as you read, the popular

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Poppy’s Plight

by Johnny Summerton

Poppy

She first came to our attention after we had visited a local show at the village hall organised by a nearby refuge for abandoned dogs and cats.

At the ripe old age of eight Poppy, we were told, had been “rescued” from owners who had over time collected more than 30 dogs, many the result of

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Essential Dog Training Tips

Honestly, it’s easier said than done for many of us, but there really are some essential training tips every dog owner should know. If your dog isn’t willing to happily…

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Lick Granuloma in Dogs

by Gerry Ronson

The cause of lick granuloma has been linked to a genetic disorder and can be linked to insects. Dogs in some cases just keep licking an area such as a leg, groin, or tail until the hair has actually disappeared. When the hair disappears they begin to form little red bumps or lesions that become painful, swollen, and may bleed. In most cases it is thought

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