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Can Dogs Eat Yogurt?

Yogurt is high in probiotics (good bacteria), which are good for the digestive system. But does yogurt have the same effect on dogs that it has on humans? And is it safe to feed yogurt to your dog? The Problem With Yogurt for… View the source article

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Can Dogs Eat Onions?

Onions can cause more damage to your dog than just bad breath. This pungent culinary favorite might add flavor to your dishes, but it contains a toxin that can cause serious complications for dogs. Are onions toxic to dogs? Onions contain a toxic principle… View the source article

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Can Dogs Eat Honey?

Simple and sweet, honey contains natural sugars that is reported to have a wide variety of medicinal properties. It also, occasionally, finds its way into the mouths of our dogs. If your dog has found her way into… View the source article

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My Dog is Eating Earthworms/Dew Worms

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: I have a 14-month old pug who eats earthworms every chance he gets. He eats the same amount dry dog food as his brother but eats the earthworms as snacks during his outside time. His brother does not eat earthworms. I'm sure hunger isn't the… View the source article

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Can Dogs Have Cherries?

Fruit is a tasty and (most of the time) healthy snack for a dog, but not all fruits are safe for our furry friends. When it comes to cherries, specifically, there are some dangers you should be aware of. Use Extreme…   View the source article  

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Dog Scared of Thunder

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My 2-year old Belgian Tervuren is traumatized by thunderstorms. I know this is a common problem, but this particular dog remains fearful of the outdoors for days or even weeks after hearing thunder. I'd prefer to treat this problem through behavior therapy rather than… View the source article

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Stopping My Dog From Digging In The Yard

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: I'm spending more time outdoors with my young puppy since the warmer weather arrived. However, all she wants to do is dig in the yard. She digs in different places and is destroying the lawn and garden. What can I do to stop her… View the source article

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Stopping My Dog From Biting Me

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: I have a puppy (Shih Tzu) who is just over 4-months-old and is really bad about biting me. He doesn't bite anyone else in the house quite like he does me. I have told him no and hit him on the nose with a fly… View the source article

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How Can I Get My Dog To Stop Eating Rocks?

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My son has a beautiful German Shorthaired Pointer who is a companion plus hunting dog. The dog eats rocks. My son has tried everything to keep him from doing this. The dog gets plenty of exercise everyday, has his own toy box full of chew… View the source article

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Dog Eats Toilet Paper

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My 3-year-old large (100+ pounds) Labrador Retriever constantly eats toilet paper, napkins, paper towels and socks if they are accessible. We have to change our way of life practically so that he doesn't eat what we leave around.Yes, we have been lucky and he… View the source article

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Running Safely with Your Dog

Going for a run with your dog can be a great way to bond and get some exercise in daily. However, there are some precautionary measures you should take to ensure that your pup is doing so safely. Before having your pup join you on your morning run, make sure… View the source article

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Running Safely with Your Dog

Going for a run with your dog can be a great way to bond and get some exercise in daily. However, there are some precautionary measures you should take to ensure that your pup is doing so safely. Before having your pup join you on your morning run, make sure… View the source article

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4 Popular Dog Supplements & What They're Used For

In this country, it's likely that about one-third of dogs are given some sort of dietary supplement for everything ranging from arthritis and joint stiffness to heart health, digestion, and coat care. Although there hasn’t been enough research into the… View the source article

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Putting A Dog To Sleep: When Is It Time?

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: I have a 14 ½ year old Shih Tzu which I love dearly. I got her to keep me and my younger daughter company when my oldest daughter went off to college. Now she's blind, she's almost deaf, she stumbles on her back right…   View the source article  

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Is My Dog At Risk Of Getting Rabies From Bats?

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: Recently, two bats came into my house from the attic. There was a large one and a small one which flew around and landed in a few places and then disappeared. Later, I found my cat playing with one of them and it was…   View the source article  

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My Dog Has Dry Skin and Dandruff

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My 18-month-old Boston Terrier has very dry skin lately. He scratches at himself and leaves dandruff all over the place. His coat is dull and lost its shine. Is there something I can put on his coat or feed him? -- Dand"Ruff" Dilemma Dear Ruff: Anytime skin… View the source article

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My Dog Has Dry Skin and Dandruff

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My 18-month-old Boston Terrier has very dry skin lately. He scratches at himself and leaves dandruff all over the place. His coat is dull and lost its shine. Is there something I can put on his coat or feed him? -- Dand"Ruff" Dilemma Dear Ruff: Anytime skin… View the source article

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What Are Those Black Spots on a Dog's Tongue, Anyway?

Growing up with a Golden Retriever, I remember hearing people explain that the black spot on his tongue was the result of Chow Chow bloodlines somewhere in his breeding. Like most kids, I believed what I heard, but… View the source article

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What Are Those Black Spots on a Dog's Tongue, Anyway?

Growing up with a Golden Retriever, I remember hearing people explain that the black spot on his tongue was the result of Chow Chow bloodlines somewhere in his breeding. Like most kids, I believed what I heard, but… View the source article

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Knee Surgery For Dogs

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My seven-year-old yellow Labrador Retriever is beginning to limp on his right rear leg. He doesn't want to put any weight on it. About two years ago, he had surgery on his left knee to fix a ruptured cruciate ligament due to an injury. Is… View the source article

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Knee Surgery For Dogs

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: My seven-year-old yellow Labrador Retriever is beginning to limp on his right rear leg. He doesn't want to put any weight on it. About two years ago, he had surgery on his left knee to fix a ruptured cruciate ligament due to an injury. Is… View the source article

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Blood Pressure Not Taken On My Dog

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: When my Standard Poodle had his yearly check-up I noticed that the vet didn't take his blood pressure, which is something they check first on us humans and at regular intervals. Why wasn't this test done on my dog? -- Pressed about Procedures  Dear Pressed: You are… View the source article

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Blood Pressure Not Taken On My Dog

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: When my Standard Poodle had his yearly check-up I noticed that the vet didn't take his blood pressure, which is something they check first on us humans and at regular intervals. Why wasn't this test done on my dog? -- Pressed about Procedures  Dear Pressed: You are… View the source article

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My Dog Doesn't Like To Eat

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: I brought home a 7-year-old spayed Whippet/Pit Bull mix. She is a beauty and very strong willed. Her biggest problem that my vet and trainer haven't been able to help me with is eating. She doesn't like to eat. I can't use food to train,… View the source article

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My Dog Doesn't Like To Eat

ASK AKC   Dear AKC: I brought home a 7-year-old spayed Whippet/Pit Bull mix. She is a beauty and very strong willed. Her biggest problem that my vet and trainer haven't been able to help me with is eating. She doesn't like to eat. I can't use food to train,… View the source article

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