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How to Build a Pit Bull Spring Pole

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Don’t let what the mass media and other unsavvy outlets may lead you to believe, there is nothing wrong with letting your Pit Bull play with a Spring Pole. Spring Poles, also sometimes called Flirtpoles, have long been known to be excellent and highly enjoyable toys for Pit Bulls and other dog breeds, particularly terriers. They are perfect for owners with limited space and/or time because a Spring Pole can be placed pretty much anywhere, and takes very little upkeep.

Want to buy a spring pole? Save your time and money, and follow this step-by-step guide on how to make your own springpole! [Read more…]

Xylitol is Not Safe for Dogs

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Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that is quickly gaining popularity in the US as a sugar substitute due to its tooth- and diabetic-friendly nature.  Xylitol can be found in the fibers of many fruits and vegetables, including berries, corn husks, mushrooms, and oats, or extracted from corn fiber, corn, plums, and raspberries.  Xylitol can most commonly be found in chewing gum, mouthwashes, and toothpaste, and use has increased in foods containing sugar like cookie mixes, Jell-O, energy bars, candies, and even ice cream. [Read more…]

Anal Gland Expression in Dogs

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It is now time to touch on one of the more unpleasant aspects of dog ownership – expressing your dog’s anal glands. All dogs have two anal glands or sacs; 1 gland on each side of the anus. These glands are occasionally refereed to as “scent glands”, because they enable the dog to mark its territory and to identify each other; this explains why dog sniff one another’s rears to see if they know another dog. [Read more…]

Dog Tore Off Dew Claw

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Help, My Dog Ripped His Dew Claw!

I had no idea how common of an injury a torn dew claw is in dogs until it happened to my American Bulldog last week.  I ran into the Post Office for literally 2 minutes, only to return to find that Tucker was standing in the front seat of the car holding up a bloody paw.  At first I was unsure where all of the blood was coming from, but then I noticed his dew claw was bent in a way that it was actually pointing out from his body, and realized he had torn his dew claw almost all the way off. [Read more…]

Fungal Infections in Dogs

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Fungal yeast infections are fairly common in dogs both internally and externally, especially on areas like paws. 

You should always consult with your veterinarian before undertaking any home fungal treatment to rule out other causes for the infection before starting treatment.  If it can be determined that your dog’s infection is related to yeast, below are some easy, home remedies to help get the fungus under control. [Read more…]

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