Guarding (possessiveness) is a natural, normal behavior for dogs. Some dogs will guard any valued item or space: their food,...
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Fireworks and Dogs, Cats and Other Pets
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Fireworks and Dogs, Cats and Other Pets For many people, the Fourth of July means fun and relaxation —...
Itchy Dog: Causes and Treatments
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Do you have a dog who’s constantly scratching? The itchy dog is one of the most difficult problems to assess...
Moving with Cats or Dogs
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One of the most common reasons that people give up a pet is because they are moving, and they...
12 Ways to Save Dogs and Cats in Shelters
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Saving the life of a dog or cat is easier than you think. “You can do it!” Every...
National Change a Pets Life Day
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January 24th is Change A Pet’s Life Day, a day meant to encourage people to adopt pets from shelters and...
Separation Anxiety in Dogs
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs By Sherry Woodard, Best Friends animal behavior consultant What is separation anxiety in dogs? It is...
Pet Fostering Q&A
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What’s a pet foster parent? By being a pet foster parent, you provide a temporary home for an animal prior...
Lost Pet: How to Find a Lost Dog or Cat
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If you’ve lost your pet, don’t waste any time. Begin your search as soon as you notice that the animal...
Understand Pit Bull Myths and Facts
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Knowing fact from fiction saves lives, Whether you already know and love a pit bull terrier or haven’t had the...