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Dental Disease in Dogs: Signs, Stages, Treatment, and How to Prevent It
Most dog owners notice bad breath before they notice anything else. Sometimes it is easy to dismiss it as just “dog breath.” But persistent bad breath can be one of the earliest signs that something is happening inside your dog’s mouth. Dental disease in dogs is extremely common. According to the American Animal Hospital Association,…
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Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs: Schedule, How Often It’s Needed, and What Owners Should Know
If your dog goes to daycare, boarding, grooming, training classes, or spends a lot of time around other dogs, you have probably heard of the Bordetella vaccine. Many owners simply know it as the “kennel cough vaccine.” But that name can be a little misleading. Bordetella bronchiseptica is one of several organisms that can contribute…
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Houston Man Sentenced to 10 Years After Hanging 5-Month-Old Puppy by Leash
A Houston-area man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to felony animal cruelty in a case involving a five-month-old puppy named Jinx. Carrick Green, 44, was accused of suspending the young dog in the air by a leash and collar around his neck. According to authorities, Jinx cried and struggled…
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Boston Man Faces 7 Animal Cruelty Charges After Dead Dog and Six Malnourished Dogs Are Found
A Boston man is facing seven animal cruelty charges after police found one dead dog and six surviving dogs in poor condition inside a South Boston apartment. The case began on September 7, when 39-year-old Lester James called 911 to report that one of his dogs had died inside a cage at an apartment on…
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Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads When We Talk to Them?
You say something to your dog. Maybe it is: “Do you want to go for a walk?” And then it happens. Their ears perk up. Their eyes stay fixed on you. And their head slowly tilts to one side. It is one of those dog behaviors that almost instantly makes people smile. But what are…
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Why Does My Dog Kick the Grass After Pooping?
You know the moment. Your dog finishes pooping, takes one or two steps forward, and suddenly starts kicking the ground like they are trying to destroy the lawn. Grass flies. Dirt goes everywhere. And if you are standing in the wrong place, sometimes it comes straight at you. It can look like your dog is…
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Six Severely Malnourished Dogs Rescued From San Antonio-Area Home
Six dogs are now safe after deputies found them severely underweight at a home in Bexar County, Texas. Authorities were called to the property after concerns were raised about the animals living there. When deputies arrived, they found six dogs in very poor condition. Another dog was found dead inside the home. The surviving dogs…
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Dog Missing for Nearly 3 Years Reunited With His Family Thanks to a Microchip
For almost three years, a San Diego family had no idea where their dog was. Colby, a Maltipoo, disappeared on September 27, 2023. His family reported him missing, but as months turned into years, the chances of seeing him again must have felt smaller and smaller. Then, on September 8, 2026, something unexpected happened. Humane…
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Dog Not Eating? When to Worry and When to Call the Vet
Most dog owners know their dog’s normal eating habits pretty well. So when a dog suddenly walks away from the food bowl, it can be hard not to worry. Sometimes a dog simply eats less than usual for a short time. But a change in appetite can also be one of the first signs that…
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How to Introduce a New Puppy to Your Older Dog
Bringing home a new puppy can be exciting. But if you already have an older dog, the experience may feel very different for them. You may imagine the two dogs meeting, sniffing each other, and becoming best friends right away. Sometimes that happens. But often, it does not. And that is completely normal. Dogs need…