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3 Things to Consider Before Adopting a Special Needs Dog

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Shelter dogs still waiting to be placed in their forever homes have a “ruff” time getting adopted for one of three reasons: -The dog is not a puppy -The dog’s breed is misunderstood by the general public -The dog has special needs 2.7 million companion animals (dogs and cats) are euthanized every year due to shelter overpopulation. The animals that are selected for euthanasia are the sick, feeble and disabled. The dogs that have the slimmest chances of being adopted. Special needs dogs, much like their seemingly healthier counterparts, can be saved. Special needs dogs can lead happy lives—all they[...]

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5 MONEY SAVING TIPS FOR DOG OWNERS

Pet ownership doesn't have to break the bank. While you shouldn't skimpon veterinary care for your furry family member, you can cut costs in otherareas. Here are five ways you can love your bundle of joy without having tostress over the price of ownership. Visit the Human Pharmacy If your pet ever needs a prescription, have it filled at your localsupermarket. Many big box grocery stores will dispense doggie antibiotics, painkillers, and anti-inflammatories for free. You could save hundreds of dollarswith this tip, especially if your pooch has a chronic health condition. The Doggiesitters Club Don't get stuck paying $25[...]

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PUPPY TRAINING 101: HOW TO BE THE LEADER OF YOUR PACK

Getting a new dog comes with a list of responsibilities. Atthe top of that list is training. If your dog ignores your commands, jumps upon house guests and leads you on walks, the pup probably believes he is thealpha in the pack. To foster a good relationship with your dog and maintain theauthority in the relationship, you will want to establish who is in chargeright away. Following professional advice, respecting the limits of your canineand using special training tools like treats (food is always a good motivator) dogtraining collars and exercises, you and your dog will form a healthy pattern[...]

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Physical Therapy: Helping Your Senior Dog Learn New Tricks

As our pups get older, much like us, they begin toexperience the aches and pains of old age. It’s after a game of fetch that younotice it: your dog is limping. You check her paws for spurs or puncturewounds, wanting to be sure she didn’t step on something that became embedded inher fur. When you get home, she walks to her bed, does the circle dance andgoes right to sleep. After the nap she still seems to be having a hard timeputting weight on her back leg. You make an appointment with your vet and checkyour pup again for signs[...]

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