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Dog Health and Nutrition
Grooming for Good HealthMost of us like the way our dogs look after being groomed, whether it’s done by a professional or at home. But did you know that regular grooming may actually be good for your dog’s health? Finding...
Caring For Your Dog the Holistic Way
For many people, Western (or conventional) medicine seems to overuse drugs and technology. Many people prefer the Eastern (Asian) approach offering nature’s own remedies. If you’re someone...
Autumn Safety for Your Dog
The leaves and temperatures are falling, but there’s still time for lots of outdoor fun with your dog. Here’s the Straight Poop guide to safety during as the days get shorter and the nights...
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The Puppy Corner
Choosing the Right Collar and Leash for Your Dog
There are two important components to dog-walking equipment: a sturdy collar or harness, and a good leash or lead. Your choices will be informed by your dog’s size, energy level, and obedience aptitude,...
Overcoming Fear in Your Dog
Does your dog hide under the bed when there’s a storm brewing? Try to hide behind you when a stranger is nearby? Piddle behind the couch when someone new comes into the living room? Just like...
Training Your Puppy Keeps Him Safe
When you bring home a new puppy, it may be that the first thing you think about training is house-breaking. A laudable goal, to be sure, but did you know you can also start obedience training just about...
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Dog Activities and Training
Scent HoundsWith the recent announcement of a new Guinness World Record for the “longest ears on a living dog”, it seems like a good time to talk about scent hounds. Harbor and his world-record ears. Harbor, an 8-year old Black-and-Tan Coonhound, lives with Jennifer Wert in Boulder, Colorado. He was recently recognized as the living dog with the longest... [Read more of this review]
2011 National Dog Show Round Up
This year’s National Dog Show featured nearly 2,000 dogs from 150 breeds. As it has been since 1933, the national show was hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, an affiliate of the American Kennel Club. Best in Show Winner (Steven Donahue / See Spot Run Photography) Presented by Purina, the show was actually held on November 19th and 20that... [Read more of this review]
Six New Breeds Showcased at the National Dog Show
The newest breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club made their national television debuts with the Purina National Dog Show hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia. From this NBC Sports page, you can see videos of each breed’s individual judging, as well as the Best in Group and Best in Show contests. Where breed clubs exist at the national... [Read more of this review]
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