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Dog lovers I work with often underestimate how much value there is in counting and checking a dog’s toes. Knowing what normal paws look like helps owners spot injuries before they worsen, keeps grooming and nail care safe, informs conversations with breeders and judges, and makes it easier to describe problems to a veterinarian in

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If a dog starts choking, seconds matter and the situation can feel frightening even for experienced owners. This guide is written for dog lovers who want clear, practical steps to act fast and safely — whether the problem happens during a game of fetch, at a busy dinner bowl, on a walk where something was

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Helping a dog with arthritis at home is something many owners face; with a few careful changes and close observation you can reduce pain, maintain mobility and improve day-to-day comfort while you work with your veterinarian on a treatment plan. How arthritis changes your dog’s daily comfort and behavior Arthritis becomes a priority because it

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Puppies sleep a lot, and that matters more than many new owners realize. Their long naps shape when you can play, train, or expect a housetraining window; they influence how quickly a puppy will accept new people and places; and they tell you a lot about health and development if you know what to watch

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As a veterinarian and behaviorist who works with dogs every week, I still hear the question, “Which is smarter, cats or dogs?” It matters to people who live with dogs because what we believe about their intelligence shapes everyday choices—how we train them, what activities we prioritize, and how we argue for them in social

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Many dog lovers—new owners baffled by unexpected actions, caretakers of aging or medically complex dogs, and families balancing multiple dogs when a newcomer arrives—worry when a familiar pet suddenly behaves “weird”; this short guide helps you sort likely causes, immediate steps, and practical fixes so you can act calmly and wisely. Which situations this guide

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