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You put on your shoes, grab your keys, and make your way to the door. Before you can even turn the knob, your dog appears. He begins whining, yipping, and frantically circling your feet. Your heart sinks, and your emotions waffle between frustration and guilt. It's a common scene, played out in households across the world. Your dog, like thousands of others, is suffering from separation anxiety. It occurs when a dog experiences seve...

With all the different stories in recent years about vaccines, let's be perfectly clear on this:  Puppy vaccines are essential for a healthy pet. The sooner you start your puppy on a regular vaccination program, the healthier and happier your pet will be. While the rabies vaccine is required by law, the other shots will also protect your new pet from disease. You can be sure that regular vaccinations are healthy for your dog, and the...

The Cockapoo is often referred to as a mixed-breed or designer dog. It is a cross between a poodle and a cocker spaniel, creating a pet that offers some of the features from each breed while avoiding many of the genetic imperfections commonly found within purebreds. The cockapoo is often healthier than either a poodle or a cocker spaniel simply because it does not have any of the genetic defects typically found in either breed. Sin...

Do you have a good dog or a bad dog? That question and its answer are actually misleading as we should really be looking for abnormal behavior, not "good or bad.” A responsible owner recognizes this behavior in their dog and works to address the issue before it escalates into a dangerous situation. Check out the 11 dog behaviors below to see if your canine is showing aggression signs. Neutral Behavior Licks nose: A calmin...

Whether you are buying your new puppy from a local breeder or adopting one from the pound, the introduction of this new family member will mean enormous changes to your life. From how you travel to how well (or poorly) you sleep, you will see the influence of your new four-legged family member in countless ways. It does not matter if this is your first pet or not - there are steps you should take to make your new puppy, and everyone...