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10 Human Foods That are Safe For Dogs

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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So many dog owners are more than aware of what human foods are dangerous for a dogs health, but what about the ones that are actually safe for them?  With the holidays quickly approaching, the desire to spoil and treat your dog becomes magnified!  Here are 10 human foods that are safe to give to your dog, in moderation of course!  In fact, some of these foods are actually recommended by vets as a more natural way of treating your dog. 1. Cranberries - Not only the berries themselves, but cranberry juice is safe and actually healthy for dogs, as it promotes urinary tract health. 2. Cooked or Fresh Green Vegetables - The green veggies that are healthy for humans are also healthy and safe for dogs.  The next time you are making green beans, broccoli, spinach, or asparagus, let your dog try some and watch as he starts to drool! 3. Canned ...

Tips to Choose the Best Pet Boarding Kennel

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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With the holiday season quickly approaching, many pet owners will be faced with the decision of taking their pet with them or finding an alternative means for making sure they are taken care of.  For families that have to travel by airplane, it may be in their best interest to choose to board pets in a kennel.  That also goes for people that have to travel long distances by car, whether it's because of the trip itself or the fact that your pets are "not welcome" at your destination. When the decision is to board your cats or dogs at a kennel, there is preparation that must go into the planning in order to choose the safest and best location.  The first thing you need to do as a pet owner is to realize that you are not alone when it comes to leaving your beloved pet behind in order to travel.  In fact, ...

Study Finds Dogs are More Aggressive When Walked by a Man

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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According to a recent study conducted at Mendel University in the Czech Republic indicates that dogs being walked by men are four times more likely to be aggressive towards other dogs.  The study also found that dogs on a leash are more likely to attack other dogs while out for a walk.  The study consisted of approximately 2,000 dogs that researchers watched to determine how their sex, age, size, as well as the owner's gender influenced the dogs daily outdoor walks. The nearly 2,000 dog-to-dog interactions were studied in thirty popular dog walking areas in the city of Brno in the Czech Republic.  The reasoning behind the dogs increased aggressiveness towards other dogs when being walked by a male is thought to be related to the fact that dogs are so good at reading human behavior that they are transferring a male's aggressiveness to their own actions. The findings of the increased aggression when on a ...

How to Ensure You Get the Best Dog for Your Lifestyle

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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If you've recently made the decision to bring a dog into your household, there are a few factors you will want to take into consideration to ensure you decide on the best match for your lifestyle.  Not all dogs are created equally and neither are the lifestyles of humans, so it is in the best interest of both you and the potential dog to carefully consider how different dog breeds will be better suited to different environments. These three things to consider are the suggestions of Best Friends Animal Society, where the mission is to bring about a time when there are no more homeless pets: 1. Find a personality match.  Some dog owners like their pups to be right on their lap as much as possible, while others prefer a companion who is a little more independent.  While breed can have some effect on this, it also largely depends on the individual dog.  ...

Top 5 Friendliest Cat Breeds

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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Not all cat breeds are created equally in terms of being friendly and easy to get along with.  In fact, some cats are known to be among the friendliest while others fall into the category of downright mean!  There will always be a slight debate between cat owners due to the simple fact that even a breed that is thought to be in the friendly category can turn out to be hard to live with and vice a versa.  A cat's temperament is not always predetermined, as much of how a cat interacts with humans as well as other animals is a direct result of how it was raised. Here are the top 5 cat breeds thought to be among the friendliest and best to live with: 5. Maine Coon Also known as the "gentle giant", the Maine Coon cat breed is ideal to bring into almost any home.  Full grown, these cats can reach ...

Pet Food Being Tested by FDA for Salmonella

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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The FDA has become increasingly concerned about the possibility of certain pet foods being contaminated with Salmonella, a type of food poisoning caused by a bacterium that can contaminate food during processing or handling.  Approximately 40,000 cases of salmonellosis are reported each year in the United States.  Many milder cases are not diagnosed or reported, so the actual number of infections may be 30 or more times greater. Because of the Salmonella concern, FDA investigators began taking samples of dry pet food, pet treats, and diet supplements from distributors, wholesalers and retailers like PetSmart, PetCo, WalMart, Costco, Sam's Club and Target during October, and will continue their efforts throughout the coming year. This is a nationwide effort to pinpoint any traces of Salmonella, but not for the reasons you might think.  The FDA is not partaking in this testing for the health of cats and dogs, but for the safety of humans.  The FDA ...

Top 5 Dogs Best Suited to Apartment Living

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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Not all dogs are suited to living in an apartment and not only for the obvious reason; their size.  While smaller dogs will typically adapt better in a small environment, there are also a variety of reasons why medium to larger dogs are also a great fit.  Here are the top 5 dog breeds that are best suited to sharing your apartment, listed in alphabetical order. 1. Dachshund The Dachshund dog breed makes for a great apartment friendly pet because of their small size, they don't require a lot of exercise, and they love to give and receive affection.  Other great points about this breed are that they don't require a lot of grooming and they tend to not shed like many other dogs.  The Dachshund will easily adapt to a small environment as long as they are shown affection and leadership from their owner. 2. Labrador Retriever This dog breed is a popular breed that can be found on many ...

Dog Costume Favorites From Muttropolis Howl-O-Ween Pawty

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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LaJolla, CA - It was a spectacular evening of dogs in their Halloween costumes all striving to receive first place prize last Thursday at the Muttropolis's Howl-O-Ween Pawty in LaJolla, Ca.  The Halloween fashion show brought out the best and most original dogs in costume, complete with pictures and prizes.  Muttropolis is a pet boutique where dog owners can find everything from food to accessories and everything in between, and they were thrilled to host the fashion show! Third place was received by Sashi, who came dressed up as a Corpse Bride. There was a three-way tie for second place between Meegan, Julan and Angel, who were dressed up as flowers and a fairy. The first place prize went to a dog named Pia who was dressed as Lada Gaga. There was even a raffle prize of obedience classes provided by Pawtopia that was won by Sassy, dressed up as an Island Girl! Here are the rest ...

Selena Gomez has Changed the Life of Puppy in Need

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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Selena Gomez continues to do her part to help change the lives of animals in need.  While Gomez and also famous boyfriend, Justin Beiber, were on tour last Friday in Canada, she couldn't help but welcome another animal into her loving arms, rescuing him from Winnipeg, animal rescue D'Arcy's A.R.C.  This marks the sixth time Gomez has saved the life of a dog in need, this one being a 10 week old Husky mix that she named Baylor, before she even left the shelter. Gomez and Beiber visited the aminal shelter while on tour because Gomez was missing her other five rescue dogs that are at home.  "They spent a lot of time with the puppies," the rescue's chief executive officer, D'Arcy Johnston, told People magazine.  She went on to say that "Baylor probably would have had a bad life or a very short life, but he got rescued and brought to our shelter and is now going ...

Benefits of Adopting Senior Cats

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Lori Thomas Dickert
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Senior cats are often overlooked when people are searching for a new addition to the family, but why?  Mainly because the general thinking is that older cats are already set in their ways and may not be best suited to a new environment, especially if there will be children.  What most people don't think about are the many benefits there are to adopting a senior cat. Thanks to one of our devoted readers who submitted this information, we are able to tell you about the many benefits of adopting a senior cat.  Of the 5 to 7 million shelter pets across the country, older cats are commonly passed over for kittens. Senior cats deserve proper nutrition and a loving home during their golden years.  Today Show pet contributor and Animal Fair editor-in-chief Wendy Diamond has partnered with Hill’s Pet Nutrition to discuss the benefits of adopting a senior cat and tips to ensure they are ...

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