How to Break Up a Dogfight

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Anyone who has ever been around two dogs engaged in battle knows that a dogfight can quickly become a very nasty and gruesome event.

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How Do Dogs Express Their Emotions?

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Dogs express their emotions in a variety of ways including their body language, vocalizations, and behavior. They definitely express joy, excitement, fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, and pain. While there is some debate over how their emotions compare to human emotions, it has been firmly established that they do express themselves.

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Dogs Chasing Cats- Fact or Myth?

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If you never owned a dog, (or perhaps never owned a dog and a cat at the same time) you may wonder if the idea of a dog chasing a cat is a myth. Perhaps it was made up in some childhood fairytale, and has evolved into an accepted truth, when in reality there’s no [...]

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Why Do Dogs Fight?

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If you have ever been in close proximity to a dogfight, you know it is not something to take lightly. Dogfights can be very serious and they present a danger to the fighting canines as well as any nearby onlookers – whether they are humans or other animals.

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Why Do Dogs Shake?

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Dogs shake for a number of reasons, some good, some not so good. Some dogs, like Chihuahuas, seem to shake as often as they breathe, while others (like Labrador retrievers) shake off water from a swim or bath.

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What is Known About A Dog’s Thought Process?

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The relationship between man and dog goes back over ten thousand years. The history of both species are so heavily intertwined that it is difficult to sort out what happened first. Scientists have theorized that we did not domesticate the dog but rather they decided staying with us was sufficiently beneficial to make it worth [...]

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Why Does My Dog Watch TV?

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Many have claimed that their dogs watch television and some dogs do sit and appear to watch the set for short or long periods of time. While there is no way to be absolutely certain if they are watching what is on the television many companies have been quick to jump on the bandwagon and [...]

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Facts About Canine Behavior

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Defining normal behaviour is a difficult thing to do because, like people, each dog is an individual and what is normal for one may be completely abnormal for another.

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Do citronella collars work?

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Every dog barks, and in fact many of us want our dogs to bark (as a way to deter would-be intruders, for example). But most of us don’t want an overactive (or nuisance) barker, one who seems to bark as often as he breathes, or barks loudly enough to frighten children and your neighbors.

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Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?

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Not many things rival the softness of a puppy’s belly. The smooth belly skin, which is unhindered by a visible belly button, is an open invitation to rub-a-dub-dub. However, that does not mean that Rover does not have a belly button. The reality is that all dogs have belly buttons. You just do not see [...]

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Proper Harness Fit and Use

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While many people equate dog walking with leashes and collars, collars are not the only option you have when securing your dog. Harnesses are not only a valid option, but they are growing in popularity.

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Why Should I Register My Dog?

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First-time dog owners will quickly realize that their new puppy comes with a flurry of expenses. Vet visits are more frequent in the first year of a dog’s life. Homes need to be dog proofed. Beds, bowls, food, toys, collars, leashes, brushes and more all have to be bought. So it’s no wonder why dog [...]

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Do Dogs Sweat?

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The temperature is 95 degrees Fahrenheit and the sun is beating down. Your armpits are awash in perspiration, sweat runs down your forehead into your eyes, but Fido does not have a drop of visible sweat on him. Does this mean that he is not sweating?

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Are Dogs Capable of Love?

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Most dog owners will have a hard time answering this question with an impartial mind: Are dogs actually capable of love? One look in their eyes, one session of hugs, one wag of the tail, and the answer seems clear to dog owners: of course dogs are capable of love. But for those who want [...]

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Why Do Dogs Shed?

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Shedding is a natural process by which a dog rids itself of old hair so that new hair can grow. All dogs shed. Some shed far less than others but all dogs shed. In fact, all mammals shed. People shed too although it is in much smaller amounts, generally unnoticeable unless illness causes a massive [...]

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What To Do When You Find A Lost Dog?

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When a dog is suspected to be a stray, the initial reaction of most people is to want to catch it, take it home and care for it. This is a natural desire. However, a lost animal may be frightened or injured. This can make its behavior very unpredictable. The surroundings in which the dog [...]

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What Do Therapy Dogs Do?

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Recent tragedies throughout the country, including the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, have brought to light the healing power that a therapy dog can offer to any situation, no matter how horrific. Immediately following the shooting, disaster stress-relief dogs and handlers went to the elementary school to help bring some happiness to the devastation. [...]

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Understanding Canine Communications

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Dogs are social animals that make use of various communication methods to convey a wide range of emotions to other dogs in their pack, or to their human companions. If you know what to look for and listen for, you’ll be able to read your dog’s emotional state almost effortlessly. High profile dog trainers have [...]

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How Much Does It Cost to Own That Doggie in the Window?

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Owning a dog is not cheap. If you are looking for a bargain, do not buy a pet. Purchase a stuffed animal instead. If you are looking for a dog to love unconditionally, get out your wallet and prepare to dig out A LOT of money over the lifespan of the pet. You must decide [...]

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The Power Behind a Dog Bite

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There is no doubt about it. A dog bite hurts. Unfortunately, some bites hurt worse than others do. Let us look at why. First, one must understand the concept of bite force. Bite force is the scientific term for the measurement of the amount of pressure in a dog’s bite. The greater the pressure of [...]

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My Dog’s Barking Is Getting On My Nerves

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A dog that barks excessively is enough to drive anyone crazy, especially the neighbors who do not own a pet. As dog owners, we need to be able to control our dog’s barking, which is a means of vocal communication between canines. Part of the success of doing so is to understand why dogs bark [...]

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How To Bring Home A New Dog

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Bringing home a new puppy or dog is an important decision. Whether you already have other dogs or animals or are bringing home your new adoption, make sure that you have the time for change. Being a pet parent to two or more dogs or being a first time pet parent is a full time [...]

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How Do I Find My Lost Dog?

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Losing your dog is a pet owner’s worst nightmare. The helpless feeling you get when you know your dog is in danger is one that can haunt you. Your dog cannot talk to the person who finds him or her. The dog cannot share his or her address and telephone number. That is why it [...]

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Dogs That Do Not Shed…Much

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Owning a dog that lives indoors with the family means extra work. There are no two ways about it. You are going to make good use out of your vacuum sweeper, so if hair is something you do not want to deal with, think twice about getting a dog. However, there is a little good [...]

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How To Help A Jealous Dog

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For the first few months after he was adopted, Cody chased after the other dogs in the home. At 100 pounds, the Bullmastiff was determined not to make any friends and became really jealous if one of the other dogs was praised or petted. Rex growled, barked and bit the other dogs whenever they would [...]

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