Dog Health

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Dog health is your top priority as a dog owner. To enjoy your companion as long as possible, you need to keep your dog healthy and happy. But doing that can be tough.

DogsBestLife.com is here to help.

We offer advice on:

Choosing a vet. Start by asking for recommendations.

Common dog health problems: Range from fleas and ticks to ear infections and from arthritis to obesity and diabetes.

Know when to take your dog to the vet. Dealing with a sick dog is scary. Recognize when you need help.

What to feed your dog? Raw? No grain? It’s hard to sort it all out. Use our feeding guide to help make the decision.

How much sleep does your dog need? What can you do to help him sleep all night? And what do dog sleep positions mean?

Your dog’s health needs change dramatically as he ages. What’s right for a puppy isn’t right for an older dog. We offer advice on helping your dog age gracefully.

And we offer information about common dog health issues including arthritis removing dewclaws, and whether your dog might benefit from plastic surgery.

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    Healthy dogs shouldn’t have bad breath

    By Karen A. Soukiasian A healthy dog should not have bad breath. The reality is, approximately 80 percent of dogs do suffer from gingivitis or a periodontal disease by the time they are 5 years old. Now and then a simple dental procedure such as a professional cleaning or perhaps a bad tooth extracted can…

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    Pick up dog poop

    Responsible owners pick up dog poop. And since the average dog produces about 274 pounds of poop a year, that’s a lot of waste to dispose of properly.

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    Protect your dog from salmonella poisoning

    By Karen A. Soukiasian Pet foods recalls have become common and tainted dog foods expose your pet to dangers like salmonella poisoning. Most dog owners expect pet foods made in the U.S.A. to be safe. Unfortunately, this is not true. Recalls Stay up to date with the latest pet food recalls. What is salmonella poisoning?…

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    Bake a better dog cookie

    When you bake dog cookies, you know the ingredients are healthy and safe. You also can control your portions and bake as many or as few as you want.

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    Lawn chemicals pose threat to your dog’s health

    By Karen A. Soukiasian Each year, thousands of pets die of canine carcinomas and/or liver and kidney failure. It is usually chalked up to “cause unknown.” Certain breeds such as the Scottie are predisposed to bladder cancer or transitional cell carcinoma (TCC), but how many other dogs and cats are exposed to lawns treated chemically…