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We all like to think our dogs are safe in our yard or houses when we leave for work or to run errands, but unfortunately, little Sparky has mastered the technics of escapism that would make Houdini proud. Dog id tags are a key to keeping Sparky safe when he escapes.

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We all like to think our dogs are safe in our yard or houses when we leave for work or to run errands, but unfortunately, little Sparky has mastered the technics of escapism that would make Houdini proud. Dog id tags are a key to keeping Sparky safe when he escapes.
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What is a microchip ID?
A microchip ID is a very, very small chip (about the size of grain of rice). It is encoded with an identification number. This identification number is entered into a data bank – national or local depending on the brand – and lists the pet’s name, owner’s name, address, and phone [...]

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The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) legislation, enacted in 1990, is so vague that it has created two classes of service animals. The first is for animals that perform a specific task – Guide Dogs for the blind, wheelchair assistance, hearing dogs, and animals that can detect medical emergencies, like seizures, and summon help. These [...]

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Here is a news post that was done by City TV in Canada with information that all Pet Owners should have. To see the video that went along with you please visit: http://www.citynews.ca/news/news_22992.aspx
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They may be man’s best friend but they certainly shouldn’t be eating man’s favourite foods. Though dogs beg adorably for table scraps, [...]

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Non-contagious diseases
Diseases like diabetes, tonsillitis, anal gland abscesses can also affect our furry friends. Observe your dog for changes in their habits (i.e. excessive drinking, frequent urination, lack of appetite, eating slower). Take time to discuss with your veterinarian the particular conditions that apply to your particular breed.
Can I catch something from my dog?
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Should you decide to switch brands, be cautious by ensuring that you make the switch to the new brand over a two week period so as not to upset your puppy’s sensitive digestive system. Switching too quickly has a high risk of creating illness. The most common side effect of a quick switch is diarrhea.
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It has always been a challenge for most pet owners to help their dogs maintain clean and healthy mouths. There are a number of products on the market that tell you they can prevent tartar in the mouth of our dogs.
We have tried a number of the products currently being sold that claim to be [...]

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It’s hard to believe a houseplant could harm a tough cookie like the Woytek family’s Lab mix, Amber. A survivor of Hurricane Ike, the young pup was diagnosed with distemper in the months after her adoption from the Houston SPCA in September 2008. But according to Laurie Woytek, Amber defeated the often fatal virus—and went [...]

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Christmas represents the joy of giving and peace and love. Unfortunately for some, Christmas also represents emergency veterinarian visits. Do you have tinsel on your tree? Does it mysteriously disappear from around the bottom of the tree? Well it might just have been ingested by your families’ dog. Your dog could ingest the tinsel and [...]

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