Behaviors and Training6y ago
What to Do When Your New Puppy Keeps Crying at Night
New puppy crying at night? You are not alone. Don’t tear your hair out — have a plan instead. Here are some expert suggestions from a veterinarian.
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Puppies
25 articles
Behaviors and Training6y ago
How to Teach a Puppy to Lie Down on Command
Knowing how to teach "down" will become one of the most useful tools in your training arsenal. Here are some step-by-step instructions.
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Pet Health7y ago
How Mastitis Affects Dogs (And Their Puppies)
Newborn puppies may not be able to feed from their mother if she develops this bacterial infection.
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Pet Health8y ago
Intent on Buying a Purebred Puppy? Here's How to Find a Healthy One.
A tool called the “coefficient of inbreeding,” or COI, can help you measure the risk that the puppy will have a genetic health problem.
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Pet Health8y ago
Milk Fever in Dogs: A Potentially Life-Threatening Complication
If your nursing dog is staggering, breathing rapidly and having seizures, call the vet right away.
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Pet Health8y ago
The Pitfalls of Dog Breeding: Alice's Story
Thinking about breeding your dog? Then educate yourself about the risks.
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Pet Health9y ago
Why Is My Puppy Limping?
There are many reasons a puppy may limp. Heading the list are muscular sprains and strains.
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Food and Nutrition9y ago
Puppy Food vs. Adult Food: When to Switch?
Before you transition your pup to adult food, check with your vet.
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Pet Health10y ago
Puppy Hypoglycemia: A Giant Syndrome
Low blood sugar in small puppies is common and needs to be treated right away to avoid seizures and sometimes death.
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Pet Health10y ago
Treating a Rare Case of Flat Puppy Syndrome (Swimmer Pups)
A puppy came in with what looked like a fatal deformation. I was surprised to find that he had this rare — but treatable — condition.
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Misc.11y ago
How to Convince Your Parents to Get You a Puppy or Kitten
Begging may work on some moms or dads, but the real trick is to show them that you will be a responsible pet caregiver. Find out how in this article.
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Animal Welfare12y ago
Yes, I Bought a Puppy — And No, I Don't Feel Bad About It
What bothers me is the social stigma surrounding buying a purebred dog. Is it fair to make someone feel guilty because they didn't adopt from a shelter?
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