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Expert Advice: Nutrition
Can Dogs Eat Bones?
We’ve all heard the phrase “give a dog a bone,” but you might want to consider alternative treats to dog bones. Bones can be a good source of minerals and other nutrients and help satisfy your dog’s appetite. Chewing stimulates saliva enzymes and helps prevent plaque buildup on teeth and gum disease. And a dog […]
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| August 23, 2022
Expert Advice: Safety
Dog Choking: What to Do & Heimlich Maneuver For Dogs
The Heimlich maneuver, performed to save someone from choking, is a familiar operation. You may not have seen it done in person, but it's often written into television or movie storylines, whether as a gag or something more serious. Or you might have learned how to do it yourself on a medical dummy in a […]
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| March 29, 2022
Expert Advice: How to...
How to Perform Dog CPR on Small & Large Pets
In an emergency knowing how to conduct CPR on your dog could save their life. Dr. Jerry Klein, Chief Veterinary Officer in American Kennel Club, demonstrates how to give CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) to dogs until they can reach a veterinary. What is CPR For Dogs? CPR involves chest compressions with or without artificial respiration. It […]
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| March 29, 2022
Expert Advice: Health
Why Do Dogs Cough? Causes and Treatments
Why do dogs and puppies cough? Every dog or puppy coughs from time to time, but here's how to know when to call a vet for help.
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| January 20, 2020