Tag: health issues
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How Long Do Poodles Live?
Poodle longevity is influenced by size, genetics, and the care they receive throughout life. Owners can expect different typical age patterns for Standard, Miniature, and Toy poodles plus variation based on health and environment. Typical lifespan by poodle size Standard poodles commonly have a median lifespan near 10 to 12 years, with many individuals falling…
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What Wet Dog Food Do Vets Recommend?
Wet dog food is commonly used in veterinary practice for specific clinical and welfare reasons. The following sections describe how veterinarians evaluate, select, and monitor wet diets for dogs across life stages and medical conditions. Why vets recommend wet dog food Wet food typically contains about 70–78% moisture, which can meaningfully increase a dog’s total…
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How To Stop Aggression In Dogs?
Recognizing and managing aggressive behavior in dogs requires careful assessment of the behavior, immediate safety measures, and coordinated long‑term behavior support. Recognizing Types of Aggression Clear identification of the aggression type guides appropriate interventions and safety measures. There are six common forms of canine aggression: fear, territorial, resource guarding, redirected, pain‑induced, and predatory[1]. Typical triggers…
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How Much Is A Golden Retriever?
Golden Retrievers are a popular companion breed and many prospective owners first want to understand the likely upfront cost of acquiring one before committing to long-term care. Average Purchase Price Pet-quality Golden Retriever puppies from established, responsible breeders typically sell in a range of $800 to $2,000, depending on pedigree and included services such as…
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Why Does My Dog Bite Me?
Dogs bite for many reasons rooted in communication, health, and context; understanding the underlying cause helps owners reduce risk and respond safely. Common Reasons Dogs Bite There are five main categories that account for most biting incidents: fear/defense, pain or illness, resource guarding and territoriality, play-related arousal and overstimulation, and redirected aggression[1]. Typical bite categories,…
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How To Stop Dog From Licking Paws?
Many dogs lick their paws for reasons that range from normal grooming to medical or behavioral problems; identifying the underlying cause helps direct the correct response. Why Dogs Lick Their Paws Licking is a natural grooming behavior and a way for dogs to clean debris, spread scent, and soothe minor irritations, but it can also…
