10 Simple Tips to Prevent Dog Bites Besides the pool and the beach, summertime is also the time, unfortunately, for dog bites. The hot weather, combined with active get-togethers, create the perfect combination for accidents waiting to happen … in…
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Eye Safety and Care in Barn Hunt and Herding Dogs The average barn can be a dusty, dry, and dirty place. If you participate in Barn Hunt, your herding dog will be exposed to straw and hay, which can…
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Pannus, an Eye Disease, is Common in German Shepherds “Seeing” as there is a National Service Dog Eye Exam month (May), I thought it would be good to discuss one of the eye diseases experienced by one of the…
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An Introduction to Dock Diving Dock diving is an exciting and fun dog sport that is growing in popularity. While most people assume Labradors and other “water dogs”are dominating the dock diving scene, some of the top dogs in the…
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Why Did My Dog Bite, and How Do I Stop It From Happening Again? “Good dog! No bites!” If you ever have the chance to welcome a new dog into your home, you’ve probably uttered those words. Teaching your dog not…
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Canine Musical Freestyle – Dancing with Your Dog – is a Beautifully Competitive Sport Don’t believe me? Check out this video from one of Italy’s finest Freestyle duos – Lusy and Deril. We found one of her Canine Musical Freestyle…
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Training Advice for Dogs That Keep Running Away Rescue dogs are at a high rate of running away from their new homes, simply because they do not know it’s their home. Then we have dogs who have lived in their home…
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Heat Stroke Happens Quickly – Take Precautions and Follow These Tips As daytime temperatures rise, outside activity becomes a priority—especially for your dog. Warm weather and longer days mean more exercise and playtime for your canine friend, but it can…
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Keeping Kids Safe When Your Dog Thinks They’re Sheep Does your dog think children are sheep? Mine did! Our first dog, JJ, a Sheltie/Shepherd mix (we believe) would circle around my kids nipping at their heels, especially when they were running…
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Three Inherited Eye Problems in Herding Breeds Good vision is important for all dogs, but especially so for high energy, active dogs like herding breeds and herding breed mixes. A blind dog can be a lovely family companion but would…
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