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Health

	Pet Heart Health and Heartworms Pet owners should be aware of the signs and symptoms of heart disease so that they can provide their pet with the best possible care. more
	Managing Chronic Health Problems: Tackle specific health concerns by tweaking what’s in your dog’s dinner bowl. A good diet that meets your dog’s unique health needs can help to prevent chronic diseases from progressing or recurring more
	Baby's Best Friend A recent study conducted by Dr. Eija Bergroth found having pets in the house during a baby’s first year of life can help bolster the infant’s immune system...more
	Matters of the Heart: Hypertension One out of every three adults has high blood pressure or hypertension. As with humans, this health problem is seen in cats and dogs.Primary hypertension occurs...more
	Which Holiday Plants are Toxic to Dogs? Many people are decorating their homes for the holidays, but pet owners should be aware that some plants used for holiday decorating can be dangerous to cats...more
	Spice Up Your Dog's Life A recent conversation after training class prompted a lively discussion from my classmates on adding supplements to dogs’ food to help boost their nutrient...more
	Secrets to Good Canine Health Conflicting information about dog food is everywhere. Companies vie for market share by highlighting what they consider to be unique features of their products, and the Internet is full of websites about dog foods. Groomers and trainers may tell an owner one thing, while her vet has a completely different viewpoint. Since diet plays such an important role in health, it’s important to choose the right dog food, but all of this information can leave you more baffled than enlightened. Here are a few secrets to making a better choice when selecting your dog’s food.more
	Gassy Lassie Dog farts. For some, they’re no joke, but like a bad comedian they can clear a room. A common problem for breeds such as Boxers and French Bulldogs,...more
	The Doctor's In - That “Guilty Look” Two of the most common negative assumptions people make about dog behaviour are that (1) dogs know when they’ve done something wrong, and (2) dogs sometimes do bad things on purpose to get back at their owner. In fact, the human emotions guilt and spite are not part of the canine repertoire. Understanding what your dog is really telling you with that “guilty look” or misbehaviour will defuse your anger and help you deal with the situation more appropriately. more
	Canine Cancer Detectives When Steve Werner began to experience a ringing in his ears and general malaise, he attributed it to nothing more than grief. Camden, one of his two beloved dogs, had just passed away and he believed that his condition was simply a side effect of the anguish he and his surviving Golden Retriever, Wrigley, shared. For weeks, Werner and Wrigley spent most of their days curled up together, bonded in their sadness and heartache at the loss of a friend. more