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Dogs

Feeding Your Dog Feeding Your Dog

Deciding what Kind of Dog food to feed your Dog Making a decision on what type... 

Training your Dog or Puppy Training your Dog or Puppy

Training Is one of the most important aspects of having a dog. Whether it’s... 

Main Stream Dog Food Exposed-The Real Story Main Stream Dog Food Exposed-The Real Story

What Mainstream Dog Food Manufacturers……Want You to Believe Is it... 

AKC Official Recognized Dog Breeds AKC Official Recognized Dog Breeds

   Affenpinscher   Afghan Hound    Airedale Terrier         ... 

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Puppies

Housebreaking Your New Puppy Housebreaking Your New Puppy

Housebreaking  I have housebroken two puppies in apartments. One from the first... 

Dog Health Issues Listed by Name Dog Health Issues Listed by Name

Allergies Arthritis Bad Breath Blindness Bloat Cancer Canine Arthritis Canine Flu Canine... 

Puppy Feeding Charts Puppy Feeding Charts

Small & Mini Breed Chart Puppies need a special diet of food, which is much different... 

Your New Puppy Your New Puppy

Your entire family is all excited,  about the brand new puppy thats coming home.... 

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Featured Articles

Technology-Cassidy the Dog-Gets a Foot Technology-Cassidy the Dog-Gets a Foot

A Heart Warming Story  RALEIGH, North Carolina Doctors at N.C. State’s College of Veterinary Medicine have given a dog the ability to run again. In doing so, they’ve taken a big step in advancing technology that might change the future of artificial limbs. Since getting an implanted prostheses in his leg last July, 6-year-old Cassidy... [Read more of this review]

Dogs offered to Presidents Family Dogs offered to Presidents Family

Dogs offered to Presidents Family We will list for your information and entertainment, all dogs offered to President Obama’s Family. PERU–After Barack Obama announced that he was looking for a suitable dog breed for America’s latest ‘First Dog’, speculation on the breed has been rife. Dogs have always played a vital role in the office... [Read more of this review]

86,000 Injuries Caused by Dogs to People 86,000 Injuries Caused by Dogs to People

 Doggy Damage The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that every year, more than 86,000 fall injuries are caused by pets. Dogs are the biggest culprits, causing 88 percent of the injuries. Cats cause 11.7 percent of the falls, according to the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. CDC researchers formulated the national estimates... [Read more of this review]

AKC-New Dog Laws and Legislation that Will Affect You AKC-New Dog Laws and Legislation that Will Affect You

Local Battles  Many local municipalities are also considering ordinances that will have a tremendous impact on dog owners and breeders. The AKC is unable to track every single city and town in the country, so if you hear about an issue in your community, be sure to contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org. We have a number of resources available... [Read more of this review]

Owning a dog is a big responsibility! Owning a dog is a big responsibility!

Thinking about buying a dog? So you’ve decided to purchase a dog. Owning a dog can be the beginning of years of happiness as the special bond between humans and canines exceeds even the greatest of expectations. However, to ensure the best relationship with your dog, you must be prepared for some important responsibilities. Keep the following... [Read more of this review]

Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2008 Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2008

With various dangers lurking in corners and cabinets, the home can be a minefield of poisons for our pets. In 2008, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) in Urbana, IL, handled more than 140,000 cases of pets exposed to toxic substances, many of which included everyday household products. Don’t leave it up to Fido or Fluffy to keep themselves... [Read more of this review]

I make my own Homemade Dog Food I make my own Homemade Dog Food

As a Youngster   Making home made dog food has been a passion of mine since 1959, and it all started when I was 9 years old and my special dog was getting plump. I asked my mother why my dog Queenie was getting kind of fat around the tummy, and she responded, “maybe Queenie is going to have puppies”. Well that’s when the light when off in my... [Read more of this review]

What Is Clicker Training? What Is Clicker Training?

Why is clicker training effective? When an animal intentionally performs a behavior in order to bring about a desired consequence, as clicker trained animals do, they are learning in a way that researchers call “operant conditioning.” Animals (and people) may also associate an action, event, place, person, or object with a consequence, whether... [Read more of this review]

Animal doc in demand for weird surgeries Animal doc in demand for weird surgeries

Pioneer in reconstructive animal surgery BOSTON – Michael Pavletic has removed a butcher knife from a dog’s stomach and tumors from tiny mice. He’s performed plastic surgery on injured hawks. The 58-year-old surgeon is known as a pioneer in reconstructive animal surgery and is so skilled at saving severely sick and injured animals... [Read more of this review]

Celebrities and their Dogs Celebrities and their Dogs

Celebrities and their Dogs     I never realized how many people in the entertainment field have multiple dogs, and they range all the way from elite purebred dogs to rescued pets. Drew Barrymore even rescued a couple of lab mix dogs, and even one of them saved her life by alerting her of a fire in their home. Many of them take their dogs with them,... [Read more of this review]

New Puppies and Chewing Issues New Puppies and Chewing Issues

New Puppies and Chewing Issues There are a number of reasons why puppies love to chew whatever they can get their mouths on. Puppies have lots of energy, they’re bored, they could be teething, and above all they are just plain curious. A Puppy’s primary educational tool is their mouth. It is how they first develop the ability to take their... [Read more of this review]

Free Dogfood Recipes Free Dogfood Recipes

You can now get free Dog Food Recipes from my Paws for Recipes CD Cookbook just for subscribing to the HealthyDoggy Gazette. You’ll also recieve FREE  up to the minute updates on dog food recall information, exclusive  savings of up to 50% on selected  products, only for HealthyDoggy Gazette subscribers. Why spend countless hours looking... [Read more of this review]

Cocoa Shell Mulch will Kill your Dog Cocoa Shell Mulch will Kill your Dog

 Delicious cocoa shell mulch   Delicious cocoa shell mulch. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Well there are a few company’s that make this delicious chocolate smelling cocoa shell mulch, that smells great and dogs just love it. In fact they love it so much, that dogs have been known to chow down as much as 4 cups of it before getting full. How do we... [Read more of this review]

Obesity in Your Pet Obesity in Your Pet

Obesity in Your Pet By Virginia Clemans, DVM Is your pooch pudgy? Is your dog fat? When you try to feel ribs, do you feel folds of fat instead? As a veterinarian, I see obese pets every day, day after day! Obesity is as much a problem in pets as it is in humans, and it can cause many of the same health problems. There are many reasons why our pets... [Read more of this review]

Prescription for Object Guarding Prescription for Object Guarding

A personal note from dog trainer, John Garcia regarding food and object guarding and how it relates to Georgia For Georgia the technique that worked the best was developing a very good relationship, hand feeding, having her work for her food and trading for high value objects. The work began in Washington before she came to Best Friends. After I met... [Read more of this review]

People Who Hoard Animals People Who Hoard Animals

The Hoarding of Animals Research Consortium, Corresponding Author Randy Frost, Ph.D. Over 600 animals were found in the home of a Los Angeles woman, arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty. Some of the animals were already dead and some so ill they had to be euthanized by Animal Services. The woman insisted the animals were well-cared for and her home... [Read more of this review]

What is Babesia? What is Babesia?

Denzel came to Best Friends infected with Babesia Babesia is a tick-borne infection that can be transmitted from one animal to another indirectly by ticks and directly blood to blood by transfusions or, as in Denzel’s case, dog fighting. Half of the Vicktory dogs tested positive for Babesia but Denzel was the only dog that was sick. In fact, often... [Read more of this review]

Improving a Dog’s Social Skills Improving a Dog’s Social Skills

All dogs can benefit from practicing their social skills. Many dogs lack basic social skills, either because of limited exposure to other dogs and people, or a lack of positive experiences. Dogs who were raised without leaving their house and yard often show fear of many commonplace situations, such as meeting new people. These dogs are uncomfortable... [Read more of this review]

How to Meet New Dogs Safely How to Meet New Dogs Safely

When meeting new dogs, use respect, caution, and attentive awareness. Think in terms of learning the dog’s language. Be aware of your speed while approaching a dog you don’t know. Slow your pace and use a gentle tone as you approach. If you know the dog is shy or fearful, change your body language. Approach toward the side of the dog, not toward... [Read more of this review]

DogTown at Best Friends DogTown at Best Friends

Every year, countless numbers of dogs are given up on.   Season Premiere  MARCH 20th.. 10pm  Every Friday Night      They are unwanted, abandoned for medical or behavioral reasons, the result of extreme abuse, or the unfortunate victims of circumstance, many of these dogs will be unable to find permanent homes, and euthanized when individuals... [Read more of this review]

Thinking of Buying a Dog or Puppy on the internet?…. Read This First Thinking of Buying a Dog or Puppy on the internet?…. Read This First

Buying a Dog on the Internet ? Buying a dog on craigslist or on the internet, is getting more dangerous than ever. There are even unscrupulous Dog mill breeders selling puppies at truck stops at ridiculous prices, right out of their traveling 14 wheeler, literally loaded with hundreds of cages and puppies, and most of them are close to death, or very... [Read more of this review]

Microchiping Your Dog Microchiping Your Dog

So here is what I personally consider another very important topic, relating to you and your dog’s lifeline. This is what I consider, the Bottom Line. Pet microchips are, one of the three main ways of identifying a pet. However, it is by far the best and most efficient method of pet identification. Microchipping our pets has been around for... [Read more of this review]

Getting The Bad News That Our Dog is Dying Getting The Bad News That Our Dog is Dying

Getting the Bad News   If your dog had an upset stomach, could you afford to pay close to $1,000 out of pocket? How about other costly emergencies? Our family currently has a male Doberman who is 9 years old and suffering from an enlarged heart. We brought him to the veterinarian today because it appeared he had breathing difficulty, and wanted to... [Read more of this review]

Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth

With the right tools and a bit of practice, you’ll be brushing your dog’s teeth in no time. Healthy clean teeth will prevent tooth and blood infections and help your dog live a longer life. Brushing Your Dog’s Teeth What You’ll Need To begin brushing your dog’s teeth, purchase a canine tooth brushing kit. It should include toothpaste... [Read more of this review]

What is Bloat in Dogs What is Bloat in Dogs

Bloat is a life threatening condition that can result in death if it is not treated quickly.Bloat is also termed Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus, (GDV), stomach torsion, and twisted stomach. Dogs that develop bloat can die within a matter of hours if emergency surgery is not carried out to correct the condition. Even with emergency surgical measures... [Read more of this review]

What’s in your Dog’s Food? What’s in your Dog’s Food?

Keep in mind that most popular pet food products are made with extremely poor quality ingredients. As recent pet food scares have clearly demonstrated, pet food is a dumping ground for meat byproducts unfit for human consumption. Even many so-called “natural” or “premium” pet food products are made with ingredients of dubious... [Read more of this review]

Best Pet Food ingredients for dogs Best Pet Food ingredients for dogs

Carrots (5 stars) found in 12% of pet food products analyzed Natural source of beta carotene (precursor to Vitamin A needed for immune function), excellent fiber. cracked pearled barley (5 stars) found in 3% of pet food products analyzed A nutritive, wonderful grain. cracked barley (5 stars) found in 2% of pet food products analyzed A nutritive, wonderful... [Read more of this review]

Worst Pet food ingredients Worst Pet food ingredients

What the dog food manufacturers don’t want you to know Here is a great article indicating the worst food products mixed into dog food by dog food manufacturers. Read this and you’ll never buy food from a store ever again. . Fish broth (3 stars) found in 3% of pet food products analyzed Non-descriptive, but better that plain water for processing... [Read more of this review]

Most Used Pet food ingredients by Manufacturers-1 Most Used Pet food ingredients by Manufacturers-1

If you want to know whats in the dog food you buy, Then read this !   This is a listing of all the dog food ingredients that are used in the dog food industry listed alphabetically.  Biotin (3 stars) found in 96% of pet food products analyzed Standard source to promote healthy skin and coat. vitamin E (3 stars) found in 95% of pet food products... [Read more of this review]

Most Used Pet food ingredients by Manufacturers-2 Most Used Pet food ingredients by Manufacturers-2

If you want to know whats in the dog food you buy, Then read this ! This is a listing of all the dog food ingredients that are used in the dog food industry listed alphabetically. Rice hulls (1 stars) found in 2% of pet food products analyzed Cheap filler, can be harsh on intestines. brewers yeast extract (saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation... [Read more of this review]

Pet food ingredients listed alphabetically-1 Pet food ingredients listed alphabetically-1

If you want to know whats in the dog food you buy, Then read this ! This is a listing of all the dog food ingredients that are used in the dog food industry listed alphabetically. A & D3 supplements (3 stars) found in 4% of pet food products analyzed Standard Vitamin A and D3 supplements, needed for immune function, eye sight and calcium absorption. alfalfa... [Read more of this review]

Pet food ingredients listed alphabetically-2 Pet food ingredients listed alphabetically-2

If you want to know whats in the dog food you buy, Then read this !  This is a listing of all the dog food ingredients that are used in the dog food industry listed alphabetically. Ground psyllium seed (2 stars) found in 1% of pet food products analyzed Aids in stool formation but can be too harsh on digestive tract. ground rice (1 stars) found... [Read more of this review]

Worst Dog Food Ingredients in Mainstream Dog Food Worst Dog Food Ingredients in Mainstream Dog Food

If you want to know What the worst ingredients are, in your dogs food. Then read this Salt (1 stars) found in 69% of pet food products analyzed Used to cover up rancid meat and fat, can cause kidney and heart disease, hypertension — used to encourage cats to drink, source of sodium chloride. sucrose (1 stars) found in 2% of pet food products... [Read more of this review]

Barcodes on Dog Foods Barcodes on Dog Foods

If you are like me,  and the origin of food that you buy is important to you, than I strongly suggest that you write down on a credit card sized card the information below, and keep it in your wallet, for reference, the next time you go food shopping. In the wake of recent product scares involving melamine-tainted pet foods,and milk products, all... [Read more of this review]

Dog Food & The Big Chain Stores Dog Food & The Big Chain Stores

Animals & Money: Big Chain Stores pushing into the pet business When I walk down the pet aisle in K-mart, I see lots of reasonably priced dog foods — but none I would actually feed my dog. When I was younger and poorer and had never heard of melanine, K-mart seemed fine. But then I was terrified — along with just about every other... [Read more of this review]

10 Common Mistakes Dog Trainers Make 10 Common Mistakes Dog Trainers Make

When new trainers first get started, they tend to make a lot of mistakes in their techniques and how the approach the training process. There are a few mistakes that are fairly common among most trainers and we shall make these ten mistakes the subject of this discourse. Mistake number one is expecting too much. The individual who makes this error... [Read more of this review]

6 Book Reviews for Dog Owners 6 Book Reviews for Dog Owners

How to Housebreak Your Dog in Seven Days (Paperback) by Shirlee Kalstone (Author) “The 7-day housebreaking formula is based in part on your dog’s inherited behavioral instincts… Key Phrases: paper training, toilet area, Corrective Training Is Easy   Click on the Book To Order Product Description For almost twenty years, dog... [Read more of this review]

Husky’s head gets trapped in wall! Husky’s head gets trapped in wall!

And had to be rescued by firefighters after it trapped its head in a brick wall. The six-month-old male husky, called Keano, had become trapped by his jaw in a garden in Whitchurch, Hampshire, England, on Friday afternoon. A neighbour alerted the dog’s owner, who found Keano’s head stuck in the ornamental brick wall and called in Hampshire... [Read more of this review]

Must Love Dogs….DVD Must Love Dogs….DVD

Must Love Dogs Movie Synopsis Available on DVD We wanted to let our HealthyDoggy Friends know, that we  just recently got turned on to this movie, from a review we read. After watching, we thought it was a well put together movie. Good acting throughout,  plus a great performance by Diane Lane. It’s definitely worth a rent. And for you... [Read more of this review]

Free Warner Bros. Dog Cleaning Screensavers Free Warner Bros. Dog Cleaning Screensavers

These 4 Screensavers are Hilarious Free Screensavers These screen savers are from the movie “Must Love Dogs”. Provided by Warner Bros. Below is a list of screen cleaning dogs that are sure to keep your screen spic and span Windows | Mac Windows | Mac    Windows | Mac Windows | Mac   MUST LOVE DOGS” SYNOPSIS: “Must... [Read more of this review]

Wild Canine’s Wild Canine’s

Surviving in the wild is tough, as herbivores must watch their backs and carnivores must fend off competition. And in this dog-eat-dog world, canines have developed adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in almost every region on Earth. From Africa’s hyenas to Australia’s dingoes, from vilified wolves to screaming  jackals, canines... [Read more of this review]

Draw a Cartoon Dog Draw a Cartoon Dog

 The Greatest Benefit of Drawing, Is that it is.. Just Plain Fun Many people use drawing as a form of expression as well as a relaxation tool. Many people draw in airports,while waiting for a plane, and at concerts, capturing the grace of the performers on stage.. Many people just draw the things around them like sketching birds or wildflowers in... [Read more of this review]

Famous Movie & TV Dogs Famous Movie & TV Dogs

Come look back with us and visit with The most famous Dogs in Movies and Television…Great Stories and Video’s of Blair..Lassie..RinTinTin..Walt Disney’s Goofy & Petey-from the Little Rascals.. Blair This was the first famous dog. The dog’s name was Blair, and this is a synopsys from the first movie made with Blair.  The... [Read more of this review]

Movie Star’s Dogs Movie Star’s Dogs

 In an industry that blurs the lines between a real friend and someone just looking for the spotlight, it’s no surprise so many celebrities stick close to their Canine pals. Here’s a Collection of Paparazzi Photo’s Taken all over the world of some of your favorite stars…Which proves that we all need the companionship, that comes... [Read more of this review]

New Puppy’s and Chewing New Puppy’s and Chewing

There are a number of reasons why puppies love to chew whatever they can get their mouths on. Puppies have lots of energy, they’re bored, they could be teething, and above all they are just plain curious.  A Puppy’s primary educational tool is their mouth. It is how they first develop the ability to take their curiosity to the next level. It... [Read more of this review]

Dog’s Love Music Dog’s Love Music

I was made aware some years ago that the National Canine Defence League in Evesham, England had studied the effects of music on dogs and found that dogs were truly affected by loud banging noises, and were also affected by the soothing sounds of classical music. Guide Dogs for the Blind training facilities tested music specifically composed by Thomas... [Read more of this review]

FDA Recalls 1-12-2009 FDA Recalls 1-12-2009

  Texas orders a recall of all products ever shipped  from a now-closed Peanut Corp. of America plant in Plainview amid a nationwide salmonella outbreak.   These are the Complete FDA Pet Food recalls to date February 12, 2009 List of recalls for Pet Food Products from Brand: ‘Carolina Prime’   Category: Pet Food Brand Name: Carolina... [Read more of this review]

AKC News AKC News

  For the 18th consecutive year, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in America, according to 2008 registration statistics released today by the American Kennel Club® (AKC) But, while more than twice as many Labs were registered last year than any other breed making it a likely leader for many years to come, the Bulldog continues... [Read more of this review]

Zak George-Click Training Your Dog Zak George-Click Training Your Dog

Zak George is going to Animal Planet This YouTube celebrity, who brought us his skill’s in “Click Training”,and many other topics, with his Wonder Dog Venus. Watch Video’s.…And Your dog can be on Animal Planet Too. “Clicker training” is an animal training method based on behavioral psychology that relies... [Read more of this review]

Surrendering your Pet Surrendering your Pet

 Pets are given up for a number of reasons   Behavior problems, unwanted litters, a move to no pet housing, allergies, aggressive behavior and financial concerns, just to name a few.  Ther are many Humain Society’s in your local area that seek to help keep animals in loving homes by providing pet guardians with the help they need and... [Read more of this review]

Adopting A Dog Adopting A Dog

Tips for Selecting the right Dog   Assuming that your female dog is spayed, it is best to add a male to your family. In general, female and male dogs get along better than dogs of the same sex—and when two dogs in the same household do not get along, it is most often a pair of the same sex. We’ve also seen that when two females disagree, they... [Read more of this review]

Teach Your Dog To Come Teach Your Dog To Come

 How to improve Your Dog’s Recall It’s time to leave for work, yet Bobbie the border collie is ignoring your pleas to come into the house. As you reach for his collar, he dashes away with a “catch me if you can” gleam in his eyes. Is there anything more frustrating than a dog who doesn’t come when called? Wishful... [Read more of this review]

The Right Dog Tools The Right Dog Tools

    Selecting the Right Training Tools When it comes to training dogs, the proper equipment can make all the difference. If scanning dog supply catalogs or the aisles of your local pet emporium makes your head spin wondering what is right for Rover,.It’s really very simple….You can find everything you need from HealthyDoggy’s Advertisers,... [Read more of this review]

Going Green With Your Dog Going Green With Your Dog

 Save The Planet…Including your favorite Pet The green scene has gone beyond gardens—it now includes litter boxes and doggie treats. This Earth Day, you don’t need a green thumb to help the planet. If you have an animal companion who eats, sleeps, plays and poops, you’ve got plenty of opportunities to cut down on waste, raise your pet’s... [Read more of this review]

Pet Care Costs Pet Care Costs

  Pet Costs add up Designer collars, faux-mink coats, doggie donuts―you may love the novelties, but do your pets really need ‘em? The bucks we spend on those little extras for our animal companions add up—and in fact, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, U.S. consumers spent over $36 billion on their animals in... [Read more of this review]

Travel Tips for Dogs Travel Tips for Dogs

  Think twice about flying with you Dog Traveling can be highly stressful, both for you and the four-legged members of your family. But with thoughtful preparation, you can ensure a safe and comfortable trip for everyone. The ASPCA urges pet owners to think twice about flying their pets on commercial airlines, especially if they plan on checking... [Read more of this review]

Happy Ending for 2 Pups Happy Ending for 2 Pups

Doing well and will soon be adopted  Here is a very sad story, from the UK, first reported by Sky News, that fortunately has a very happy ending. If it wasn’t for a passer by, who saw these children, as young as 10 years of age, commiting this atrocity, these cute little pup’s wouldn’t be here today. The great thing is that they are... [Read more of this review]

Who Put the Dog Out? Who Put the Dog Out?

  Fresh Air for Fido If you live in the city, your urban canine is probably on a three-walk-a-day schedule for exercising, socializing and eliminating. But if your home comes equipped with a yard and a fence, keeping a dog becomes much easier. The simplicity of giving your dog his morning constitutional while you’re still garbed in a robe and... [Read more of this review]

Winter Weather Precautions for your Dog Winter Weather Precautions for your Dog

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Urges pet owners to take steps to prevent accidental pet exposures to two potentially dangerous products used during the winter. Antifreeze is Bad for Dogs Products containing ethylene glycol, and propelyne glycol are highly toxic, and can produce life-threatening kidney damage in pets, even in small amounts.... [Read more of this review]

Car Safety and Your Dog Car Safety and Your Dog

Number One Rule Number-one rule of automobile safety for pets NEVER LEAVE YOUR PET ALONE IN A PARKED CAR!  Overheating can kill an animal It only takes ten minutes on an 85-degree day for the inside of your car to reach 102 degrees Fahrenheit, even if the windows have been left open an inch or two. Within 30 minutes, the interior can reach 120 degrees—and... [Read more of this review]

Ear Care for your Dog Ear Care for your Dog

Although a dog’s ears need to be regularly monitored for his entire life, a little basic maintenance is generally all that’s required to keep them clean and healthy. Canine Anatomy Because of the twisty, curvy design of a dog’s inner ears, it’s easy for parasites, bacteria and yeast to hide and thrive in them. This also means that any debris... [Read more of this review]

Eye Care for your Dog Eye Care for your Dog

  A Closer Look Man’s best friend could use a good eyeballing once in awhile—believe us, your dog won’t take it personally! In fact, giving him regular home eye exams will help keep you alert to any tearing, cloudiness or inflammation that may indicate a health problem. Check out the following ways to help keep your dog’s vision sharp—and... [Read more of this review]

Allergic to Your Pet? Allergic to Your Pet?

  You can still keep your animal companion You can still keep your animal companion!Although more and more people are discovering the beneficial effects of owning a furry bundle of joy, the fact remains     that roughly 15 to 20 percent of the population is allergic to animals. The result? Countless owners in unhappy, unhealthy situations—and... [Read more of this review]

Excessive Dog Barking Excessive Dog Barking

  Excessive barking is nothing new Dogs appear to enjoy barking, and they do so for various reasons. They bark when they want something, when they say “hello,” when they are having fun, when they are startled or alarmed, when they are defending their territory or threatening someone, when they are frustrated, and when they hear other dogs barking.... [Read more of this review]

What Is Dog Arthritis? What Is Dog Arthritis?

What Are The Symptoms Of Arthritis In Dogs? Canine arthritis, also known as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, is characterized by pain and inflammation in a dog’s joints. Arthritis is caused by the breaking down of smooth cartilage that covers and protects the bones that form a joint. Once the bones are exposed, painful wear and tear... [Read more of this review]

Your Aging Dog Your Aging Dog

A Dog’s Golden Years   Most dogs enter their golden years between seven and 10 years of age, with large/giant breeds becoming seniors earlier than small breeds. Many breeds experience a graying of their coat as they age, particularly around the muzzle—but there are other, more subtle signs that your dog is aging. Her hearing may not be as... [Read more of this review]

Poison Proof Your Home for your Dog Poison Proof Your Home for your Dog

 Here’s to a HealthDoggy! There are many items in our homes that can prove fatal to your dog or puppy’s life. Here is a great checklist you can use, to help assure your dog lives a healthy life. There are many items in a home, that any animal can easily come in contact with.   Warm Weather Hazards Animal toxins—toads, insects, spiders,... [Read more of this review]

Leash Etiquette for Your Dog Leash Etiquette for Your Dog

Dogs have to be taught to walk nicely on a leash. They are not born knowing that they shouldn’t pull or lag behind, after all. Teaching leash manners can be challenging, primarily because dogs are wildly excited about going for walks, and they find it so rewarding to do their own thing. Some dogs are determined to get where they are going as fast... [Read more of this review]

Housetraining Your Dog Housetraining Your Dog

STOP! The Dog From Peeing in the House If given a choice, dogs prefer to eliminate away from the areas where they eat, sleep, and play. Dogs eliminate in the house for a variety of reasons: There might be a medical cause for the problem. The dog might not have been properly trained to eliminate outside. The dog might be marking his territory. The... [Read more of this review]

Emergency Care for your Dog or Puppy Emergency Care for your Dog or Puppy

  Unfortunately, accidents do happen. When a medical emergency befalls our furry friends, pet parents may find it difficult to make rational decisions, especially if something occurs during the middle of the night. That’s why it’s crucial to have an emergency plan in place—before you need it. How Do I Find 24-Hour Emergency Care for My Dog? Talk... [Read more of this review]

Activities for A Bored Dog Activities for A Bored Dog

Keep your Dog Working There was a time when every dog had a job. The border collie herded sheep, and the komondor guarded them. The Siberian husky moved the men of the North, while the Alaskan malamute hauled freight. Depending on geography and game, any number of breeds helped bring home dinner. Meanwhile, back at the homestead, terriers kept busy... [Read more of this review]

Grooming your Dog Grooming your Dog

Snip, clip, wash and dry! Groom your dog like a pro. Ever watched your dog roll on the ground, lick her coat or chew at a mat on her fur? These are her ways of keeping clean. Sometimes, though, she’ll need a little extra help from her friend to look her best. Make Grooming as Enjoyable as Possible—For the Both of You! Grooming sessions should always... [Read more of this review]

Dog Bite Prevention-For Kids & Adults Dog Bite Prevention-For Kids & Adults

  Important Information about Dog Biting That 50 percent of all children in the United States will be bitten by a dog before their 12th birthday? Did you know that 800,000 bites a year are severe enough to require medical treatment, while 1 to 2 milion go unreported? The vast majority of dog bites are from a dog known to the child—his or her... [Read more of this review]

Stop Your Dog From Jumping Up Stop Your Dog From Jumping Up

Jumping Up   Puppies and dogs naturally jump up on people when they say hello. Why? Because we humans are taller than they are! Dogs greet each other by going nose-to-nose and they like to do the same with us—so it’s perfectly natural for them to jump up on us to try to reach our faces. What to do First you need to teach your dog to sit and to... [Read more of this review]

Stop Your Dog From Begging For Food Stop Your Dog From Begging For Food

Begging is a learned behavior You sit down to a juicy T-bone steak cooked to perfection. Your dog is already there, however, begging and pawing for a piece, then another, and another. Doesn’t he have any dignity? That all depends on how he was raised. Begging is one of those learned behaviors that can be considered either endearing or a nuisance... [Read more of this review]

Train Your Dog To Stay Train Your Dog To Stay

Step One Be sure your dog understands a release command, such as “free” or “okay,” before teaching this command.  Step Two Have your dog sit or lie down in front of you. Step Three Place your hand, palm open, in front of your dog’s nose and give the command “Stay.” Step Four Say “Good”... [Read more of this review]

How to Build a Doghouse How to Build a Doghouse

  Build This Easy Doghouse Here are some easy plans to build your very own customized Doghouse. You can even be creative and duplicate the look of your own house, by using any extra materials you might have like, shingles or siding that was used on your home and the paint that was used. Let your creative juices flow. After you’ve built your... [Read more of this review]

Clone Your Dog Clone Your Dog

Thinking of Cloning Your Dog? How can you put a monetary value on Love? I certainly can’t, Could you put a price on your Mom or Dad?.. No..How about your family..No. So here we have a real heartwarming story of a couple who loved their little pup so much, that as they’re love for their dog Lancelot grew over the many years, they were in... [Read more of this review]

Training Your Dog to Sit in 3 Steps Training Your Dog to Sit in 3 Steps

The “Sit” Exercise All mannerly dogs should know that sitting is the best way to encourage people to say hello! Step 1 Teach your dog to sit on command. Stand up, show the dog a treat in your hand, say “Sit!” and lift the treat up and back over the dog’s nose (aim for about four inches above and in line between the dog’s ears). Most... [Read more of this review]

Crate Training Your Dog or Puppy Crate Training Your Dog or Puppy

Doggy Travel Cabin  Providing your puppy or dog with an indoor kennel crate can satisfy many dogs’ need for a den-like enclosure. Besides being an effective housebreaking tool (because it takes advantage of the dog’s natural reluctance to soil its sleeping place), it can also help to reduce separation anxiety, to prevent destructive behavior... [Read more of this review]

Dogs Living in Harmony with other Pets Dogs Living in Harmony with other Pets

Introductions Must be supervised, and they must be handled with planning, care and patience.   Getting a dog and cat to accept one another can difficult, though, as anyone who’s tried to introduce them well knows. There are some basic steps to getting both pets to at least call an inter-species truce. Under no circumstances should cat-dog introductions... [Read more of this review]

Being a Responsible Dog Owner-AKC Being a Responsible Dog Owner-AKC

Think First…   Recognize the Commitment.. “Dog ownership is not something to be entered into lightly”. Owning a dog is a long-term emotional and financial commitment. Before deciding that a certain dog is right for you, you must make an honest assessment as to whether your home is right for any dog. Evaluate Your Lifestyle.. If... [Read more of this review]

Finding the Right Veterinarian Finding the Right Veterinarian

Your Veterinarian is the foremost relationship you need to develop. Select A Veterinarian  You Like Do some Research…You can start here!!! The best way to choose a veterinarian is the same way you would select your own Doctor A Word about Holistic Veterinary providers There are a few organizations that train and certify Holistic Veterinarians... [Read more of this review]

Foods To Avoid feeding your Dog Foods To Avoid feeding your Dog

There are many food items that are very dangerous to your dog or puppy’s health. They include all of the items listed below. You’ll also want to make sure that food items also do not contain, any of these items mixed in to other mixtures or blends of food. Grapes, Nuts and Other Foods Your Dog Should Avoid So begins a story in the latest... [Read more of this review]

Paws for Recipes CD Cookbook Paws for Recipes CD Cookbook

HealthyDoggy Introduces Their New Original CD Cookbook. That includes over 200 of  My Personal finest All Natural and Organic Dog & Puppy Food Recipes. Includes: Hearty Meals, Dinners, Biscuits, Bagels, Cookies, Summer Coolers and So Much More… CD RELEASE…April 2009 Included in the CD: Over 200 All Natural or Organic Dog and Puppy... [Read more of this review]

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