Author: YoCanine

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ATTENTION: Information about coronavirus and pets continues to be updated as experts learn more. To see the most recent and updated information, visit the CDC’s Info Sheet on COVID-19 and Animals or World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE). With new information about coronavirus and dogs coming out daily, you may wonder what it means for your dog. Can your dog get it? Can you pass it on to them? Can they pass it on to you? And what precautions should you take? We’re answering all those questions in this guide on coronavirus and dogs/pets. FAQ on Dogs and Coronavirus…

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When you’re doing yoga at home, it can be fun to incorporate your dog. Or… if your dog is like Binky, he may invite himself into the session. Instead of pushing them out of the way, find a way to incorporate them into your practice. This could be a simple pet or a choreographed set of tricks with treats as a reward. This post contains some fun ideas you can try out and modify to suit you and your dog. I should also warn that the majority of these are ideal for small or medium dogs. If you have a…

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Dental disease affects more than 80% of adult cats and dogs, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. To keep your pet healthy and smiling, PetSmart’s resident veterinarian and pet care expert, Jennifer Freeman, DVM, shares advice on how to take a proactive approach to your pet’s dental health. Periodontal disease occurs when there is a buildup of plaque and tartar that causes either periodontal pockets or gum recession around the tooth. It is the most common clinical condition in cats and dogs. “It’s very important to treat periodontal disease as soon as possible because if left untreated, the infection…

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