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Bad breath from a dog is more than a nuisance; it’s a clue that something in the mouth—or sometimes elsewhere in the body—may be out of balance. Owners ask how to fix it at home because they want to sit close on the couch, kiss their pet, keep puppies socialized, or simply avoid a recurring

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When your dog seems to be producing more gas than usual, it’s more than an occasional embarrassment — it changes comfort, household life, and sometimes signals a problem you’ll want to address. I typically see owners worry about how a smelly house affects visitors, whether the dog is uncomfortable, and whether a dietary tweak or

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Many dog lovers see a tug toy and a dog’s eyes light up, and it’s natural to wonder what’s happening beneath the wagging tail. Understanding why dogs enjoy tug-of-war helps you choose when to play, how to keep the game safe, and how to turn one of the most instinctive interactions into a reliable way

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When someone asks “What kind of dog is Lady?” they’re usually asking more than a name-to-breed match. Dog lovers want a working hypothesis they can act on — whether Lady will need morning runs or short walks, whether she may be prone to certain health issues, or whether she will fit with children or other

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You may not expect a wild canid to cross paths with your evening walk, but raccoon dogs are the kind of animal that dog lovers should learn to recognize and handle sensibly. Below I explain practical reasons to pay attention, how to identify them quickly, what their biology and behavior mean for pets and neighborhoods,

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As a veterinarian who has worked with puppies through the quietest of seniors, I know that translating a dog’s years into human terms matters far beyond curiosity. Knowing where your dog sits along its life span guides daily care, training choices, and sensitive conversations about long-term needs. How your dog’s age affects care, behavior and

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