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Goofy Dog “Syndrome�

Jumping up. Pulling like a maniac. Zooming through the house while intermittently ricocheting off of furniture. Wanting to play 25 hours a day. Too much coffee? Of course not. It’s goofy dog syndrome!
When most people imagine getting a dog, they often have visions off leisurely strolls through the park, snuggling by the fireplace, and […]

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Helping Pet Survivors of Hurricane Katrina

As pet lovers, one thing I’m sure has been on all of our minds, is the heartbreak and tragedy befalling the pets of Hurricane Katrina victims. Perhaps like me, you’ve tried to imagine what it would be like to be stranded as a refugee with two small children, two cats and a dog, no food […]

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Puppies & Older Dogs Together

Have you ever noticed that children like to play endlessly, rarely tiring of their youthful antics while most adults like to play for awhile and then relax a bit? Well, the same situation applies to puppies and adult dogs!
Dogs are generally good-natured animals and the vast majority get along well with other dogs. But […]

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Submissive or Excitement Wetting

Some dogs or puppies have a problem wherein they accidentally tinkle a bit when they get excited or are feeling submissive. This can be very annoying when visitors arrive and get their shoes sprinkled on, or at the very least, you need to clean the floor.
Both submissive and excitement urinating are not actually house […]

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Children’s Fear of Dogs

Some children may suffer with a fear of dogs which might be difficult for adults to understand. Perhaps the child has never had a bad experience with a dog, or they may even be fine with their own dog at home. According to Dr. Reesa Sorin of James Cook University, research shows that such anxieties […]

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Helping Your Dog or Puppy Adjust to a Change in Schedule

As the beginning of the school calendar draws near, many people’s schedules change. Those who work in schools, as well as parents, students and others, will have a much different schedule than during the lazy days of summer. Other times of year may also cause significant changes in schedule, such as a new job or […]

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