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58 – Wolf Mixes and Wolves are Dangerous Pets – Interview with Dr. Stanley Coren

58 – Wolf Mixes and Wolves are Dangerous Pets – Interview with Dr. Stanley Coren

Pet podcast #58 features an fascinating interview with psychologist and dog expert Dr. Stanley Coren. They key question of the podcast is whether wolves or wolf  hybrids make good pets. Lately it seems like we are seeing more wolves and …

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Perfect Dog – Except for…

Your dog is your pride and joy. And you get so much positive feedback about his demeanor from friends, neighbors, and even your vet. He’s been called ‘the perfect dog’. One catch though. Spot, the dog around the corner, makes …

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Water Consumption – What’s Normal?

Water Consumption – What’s Normal?

Have you ever paid close attention to your dog’s water drinking habits? Probably not, since it’s such a normal part of his/her everyday routine. What is the norm though, and why do some dogs drink more than others?

Weather obviously …

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The right breed of dog for you is…

The right breed of dog for you is…

Didn’t think the answer to that question was that easy, did you? The right breed of dog really depends on each individual’s needs and preferences. There are several criteria that you can look at when deciding on a breed, which …

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Scared of the tub

Scared of the tub

For some reason, bathing a dog is one of the most unpleasant tasks that comes along with owning a dog  (for most owners anyhow). Some dogs will bark incessantly, shiver, whine, claw at the side of the tub, and even …

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50 – Vaccinating dogs – Interview with Dr. Lee

50 – Vaccinating dogs – Interview with Dr. Lee

Pet podcast #50 features an interview with our podcasting veterinarian Dr. Lee. In this podcast we discuss most of the important topics that surround vaccinating pet dogs. We cover topics like what is a vaccine, why we vaccinate, when to …

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Extreme Leash Pulling

Extreme Leash Pulling

If you are like most dog owners, your four-legged friend tends to take you for walks on most days. Pull, pull, yank, pull, and fall flat on your face. Sound familiar?

To put your dog at your side instead of …

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Canine hip dysplasia

Canine hip dysplasia

Canine hip dysplasia, more common in larger breeds, is one of the most threatening and frustrating diseases veterinarians study today.…

This genetically transmitted disease occurs when an abnormal formation of the hip leads to loosening in the hip joints. This

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46 – Getting your dog to do its business on command – Interview with Tenderfoot Training

46 – Getting your dog to do its business on command – Interview with Tenderfoot Training

Pet podcast #46 features an interview with Elizabeth Simpson of Tenderfoot Training.  Many dog owners have issues with getting their dogs to do their business outdoors during a walk  in a timely fashion. A frequent problem is defecation in the …

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