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The Case for Brushing Fido’s Teeth Bad breath is bad news. We’ve all been trapped in close proximity to someone plagued with it. When it comes to our dogs it’s really our responsibility to take charge of the situation because, obviously, they can’t do it themselves,...

Breeds that Make the Best Friends for Seniors There are lots of things to consider when you get ready to adopt a dog and your own age, lifestyle and overall health should definitely play a role in the decision. For those of us in our fifties, there are more...

Fido’s Nose Knows (and LOVES) You! Scientists have confirmed that you are your dog’s favorite smell, according to research from a new study conducted by the Center for Neuropolicy at Emory University, led by Neuroscientist Gregory Berns. The noses of pooches in Long...

Lyme Disease and its Dangers to Your Pooch, Part 1 Lyme disease may currently be one of the most misdiagnosed diseases, some pet health experts say. And whether your pooch’s veterinarian agrees with that statement or not, chances are he or she would concur that this...

Dog Kisses or No Dog Kisses?  Many of us kiss our pets without reserve. And they reciprocate. But how healthy is it for us when we are the recipient of a wet, on-the-lips doggy kiss?  The experts at WebMD say it’s not all that risky to our health, with a few...

To Accessorize or Not to Accessorize Pooch for Holidays and Beyond If you’ve been a pet parent for any length of time you may have considered, or at least been tempted to consider, whether or not to add a little bling to Fido or Fiona. By bling I mean anything from a...

Five Halloween Tips to Keep Your Pooch Safe Halloween celebrations in the Bay State (including Long Island, Worcester Springfield and Lowell) are plentiful and pooches often go on parade alongside their pet parents in style. But the veterinary experts at Pet Health...

Do Dogs get the Blues in Winter, too? For many humans, winter and waning daylight in certain areas of the world (including Long Island, Lowell, Springfield, Worcester MA), cause Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or depression that is related to the changing of...

Keep Your Pet Away from Fall Poisons As the days grow shorter and the air grows cooler there are things to keep in mind to help your pooch adjust safely to Autumn’s approach. Pet owners in Long Island, Lowell, Springfield and Worcester, Mass. enjoy the scenic beauty...

Dealing well with Hearing Loss in Your Pooch Aging dogs suffer from hearing loss just like their aging human counterparts. Often times, owners attribute their dog’s hearing loss, in its early stages, as a behavioral malady. But Age-Related Hearing Loss (ARHL) – the...

Service Dog Etiquette; Is it ever okay to pet an on-duty service dog? Service dogs in Long Island, Lowell, Worcester and Springfield provide invaluable assistance to those they serve and aren’t all that different from their canine counterparts in other parts of the...

Make Your Dog Fearless Getting a new puppy or even bringing home a new dog is always exciting! As we know, it’s not always roses when our new additions come home with us. Some dogs have potty training issues, some have aggression issues, some are incredibly fearful...

Make Your Dog Fearless Getting a new puppy or even bringing home a new dog is always exciting! As we know, it’s not always roses when our new additions come home with us. Some dogs have potty training issues, some have aggression issues, some are incredibly fearful...

Daily Dog Walks; Timing is Everything The importance of daily exercise to your dog’s health can’t be overstated. Taking your pooch for a walk is an important ritual for bonding as well as for his or her fitness routine. And the exercise is most likely an added benefit...

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