Author: Zemira
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Training an older dog the basic tricks: lying down or dropping
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlcwNqO4dCY Training an older dog is anything but impossible. You might even be surprised at how easy teaching basic tricks can be. You can start with teaching your older buddy to lie down or drop. As you can see in this video, it’s not as difficult as you would think.…
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Veterinary acupuncture – among leading senior dog treatments
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9PONItkEUs This quick video just confirms what I’ve known all along: complementary therapies like veterinary acupuncture are quickly becoming a trend in senior dog treatments. In the recently concluded Western Veterinary Conference, several veterinarians expressed interest in learning this form of therapy. In veterinary medicine, it has gone past being…
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Introducing Muttville, a charity for senior dogs
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItmrT8CzflI The video reveals a sad reality: that hundreds of dogs have to be euthanized because of their old age. You might not consider senior dogs as a viable option when adopting dogs, but did you know that they’re fairly easier to train and well-behaved than younger, more energetic dogs?…
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How to deal with grief and losing a pet
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No matter how you try to move forward from your pet’s loss, you simply can’t forget the pain. Dealing with the grief and losing a pet might be too heavy a burden for you to carry. Don’t feel silly or ridiculous about it. It’s a feeling shared by many other…
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Why A Do It Yourself Pet Urns Is One of the Best Pet Urns
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Cremations are one way of commemorating the wonderful life of your senior dog. To make the memorial even more meaningful and personal, you might want to put the ashes in an urn you did yourself. Traditional pet urns, which cost somewhere between $80 to $400, might be too expensive for…
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Choosing Biodegrable Pet Urns
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A pet cremation is a beautiful way to say goodbye to your fur baby. Some pet owners opt to sprinkle the ashes of their beloved pet, while others put it in an urn. Pet urns are of varied styles and designs, and if you want a beautiful resting place for…
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All Natural: Senior dog care for fleas
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKqahnPLq-A The summer never bodes well for senior dogs. For pet owners, this means they have to deal with fleas on their fur buddies. If you can’t find a suitable flea spray in the grocery or don’t have the time to run to the store to buy one, here’s a…
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Senior dog food for your flea-infested dog
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httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7QDt4cpjnQ Anti-flea dog biscuits? Believe it! For dog owners who are struggling to find a fix for their fur buddies who are infested with fleas, here’s a dog recipe that will finally put an end to your problem once and for all. It’s also a perfect senior dog food—you don’t…
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What you need to know about senior dog food
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Out of love for our senior pets, we tend to feed them more than they used to feed on when they were younger. It’s about time pet owners truly understand the senior dog food that’s appropriate for their aging buddy. Although there’s no fixed equation when it comes to senior…
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Treatment for Dog Ailments Related to Skin
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Skin disorders are among the most common dog ailments, especially for older canines. The good news is that veterinarians take skin issues in older dogs very seriously, and are relatively easy to treat. There are several symptoms of skin disorders among dogs. Some of the more striking ones are a…
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Dealing with Dog ailments
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Older dogs have to deal with several dog ailments. Regular visits to the vet will help in early diagnosis and treatment, but as an owner, you also have to be aware of the basic symptoms and signs that your fur buddy is suffering from an illness. Geriatric cataracts are about…
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Training a Senior Dog to Use the Ramp or Stairs
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Do you notice your older buddy having a hard time getting in the car or on higher floors? Sadly, this is another effect of aging. But the good news? By training a senior dog use the ramp or stairs, you can help your older buddy have a well-adjusted and comfortable…