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It’s Only Hygienic

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A well-groomed, clean and healthy pet all lead to happy owners, and less visits to the vet. One problem many dog owners find a concern and nuisance is maintaining their dog’s fur. Fleas come in large quantities and can make your dog’s life a living hell. The most obvious problem is fleas.

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When Choosing A Pup, Research ‘Breeds’ Results

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His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. Don’t let the dog eat your homework. Here are some things to consider when comparing different dog breeds: • Do you live in an apartment or a house with a small backyard?

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Fizzle’s Story

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Some poodles are vocal dogs, yipping almost incessantly. During my six-month visit, Barb’s mother asked me if I could find out what happened to the little dog. You must mean my little guard dog,” she said. I felt so sorry for the poor thing—we had to call our vet out to sedate him—so I decided to take him home as a foster.

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Swan Lake performed by Rascal

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A good portion of the book is about the rescue dogs that grieved with her and comforted her during this time. Barth is also writing a second book: Covered in Fur: Lessons Learned Living With Six Dogs. What a perfect name for such a cherub of a dog. A little clown dog her white square face and palest pink highlights.

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Are you ready to get a dog?

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The idea of owning a dog is alluring for many of us. That adorable bundle of fur with puppy-dog eyes, and the promise to be your best friend forever, is surely going to tug at anyone’s heartstrings. Owning a dog is a huge commitment, so be sure to ask yourself these questions first: Why do you want a dog?

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Cool Summer Tips for Your Pet

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Apparently he liked to assert his dominance every chance he could, which meant growling and barking at every other dog he saw on the street. My brother suffered from some pretty bad allergies while we were growing up, so a dog was never an option for my family. I’d always wanted a dog, and we had talked about adopting one for a while.

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