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- Rare Dog Breeds
- Everybody knows the Labrador retriever, America's most popular dog. The same goes for the poodle, the dachshund and even the greyhound. But have you ever asked about an azawakh? Ogled an Ogar Polski? Or even bad-mouthed a Blackmouth Cur? This is just a sample of the approximately 750 breeds of dogs around the world.
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- Illness Symptoms in Dogs
- "Tell me where it hurts, boy." Good luck. Dogs tend to be John Wayne stoic when they're ill, and getting them to fill out a questionnaire with their symptoms just isn't going to happen. But as your dog's first line of defense against serious illness, it's your job to know him better than anyone else, and to catch it when he's telling you something's not right. He actually can tell you a lot about where it hurts, as long as you know what to look for.
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- Purebred Dog Rescue
- Dogs, whether they're purebred or a mix of breeds, can find themselves homeless for many reasons. Most often, it's just a case of the wrong home for the right dog. People who'd vowed that they would care for their new dog for a lifetime got tired of the feeding, walking, and tending, and forgot their promise.
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- Socialising Your Dog - How to Help your Dog Make Friends!
- You have been so busy taking care of your new canine companion, feeding him just the right foods, teaching him when and where to do his business and doing everything else you can think of to get him off to a good start that there might be one task you mig
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- Petside Top 10 List: Pet Names
- What are the most popular pet names in America? Did your pet's moniker make the list? Read on to find out!
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- How to Find the Shelter Dog You'll Love
- Congratulations! You've made the big decision to adopt a dog from your local animal shelter. Your new four-legged friend can bring years of love and joy to your family if - and it's a big if - you choose wisely among the dogs that are available. Read on for some tips to help ensure that the dog you select will right for you and your family.
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- He'll Tell Us: A Personal Story
- One man's personal story of grief. NBC News correspondent Mike Taibbi shares his touching story of the decline of his beloved pug Scoop. Read on to hear Mike's story, learn more about pets' endstage behaviour and hear expert advice about the hardest part of being a pet owner.
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- Australian Shepherd Wins Best in Show!
- Over 2,000 of the country's top show dogs were on parade Thanksgiving Day for the National Dog Show Presented by Purina. Click here to read about the show and see a picture of the winner!
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- Vick Sentenced to 23 Months
- Suspended Atlanta Falcons Quarterback Michael Vick was sentenced to 23 months in prison today for his involvement in a dogfighting scheme. The maximum for Federal dog-fighting charges is a penalty of five years in prison. Read on for more details about the Michael Vick case.
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- Cooking for Your Feline
- More and more pet owners are investigating the concept of creating homecooked foods for their pets rather than buying commercial foods.
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- Harrison Forbes Helps DeGeneres Fight Back
- Now that the fur has stopped flying in the Ellen DeGeneres dog adoption fiasco, PetSide.com spoke with animal expert Harrison Forbes.
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- A Dog's Eye (and Ear, and Nose) View
- You and your dog may live in the same world, but the world you experience is very different. That's because we have evolved to eat different things and find our food in different ways--even if today, most of our food comes from the grocery store.
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- Alternative Medicine for Pets
- Alternative veterinary treatments such as acupuncture and homeopathy are all the rage. Sure, these treatments sound fascinating, but it's natural to be somewhat skeptical. After all, we don't want to subject our precious pets to experimental medicine. So, we talked to two vets and a pet owner to learn more about homeopathy and what it can do for your pet.
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- Acupuncture for Pets
- At first Lisa Cohen chalked up her cat Topaz's lethargy to laziness. It took a friend's intervention before she began to notice changes in his behaviour. "My friend looked at Topaz and noticed his head was hanging," says Cohen. The incident spurred Cohen to schedule an appointment with her vet. She was horrified to learn that Topaz's kidneys were malfunctioning.
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- Q & A with Dr. Lauren
- Have a question about your pet's health? Dr. Lauren is Petside.com's vet-in-residence and she answers the health questions of readers just like you. Click to read questions she's already answered, or send a question of your own!
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- Healthy Holiday Treats for Your Dog
- Our dogs are no longer animals that spend all day and all night out in the garden; today, our pets are family. Our dogs are our confidants, our jogging partners, and even help us feel more secure in this tumultuous world. It just makes sense that we share our holiday celebrations with them.
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- Pet Names: From Popular to Peculiar
- When was the last time you met a Rover, Fido or Mittens? Clearly, those pet names are passé. So what's hot to replace Spot? Read on to see the most popular pet names in America and where pet owners get their inspiration. Did your pet's name make the list?
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- Tips for Living with Multiple Cats
- Cats are essentially independent and territorial animals, but quite often they can enjoy the companionship of another cat. It is advisable to start with two at the same time, as introducing a new cat into an established cat's home takes extra time and care. If you think you're ready to take on the pack, there are ways to prepare for a multiple-cat household.
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- Easing Canine Separation Anxiety
- Dogs are popular family pets because they are extremely social, closely bonded to their human pack and faithful. However, these same characteristics contribute to a very typical behavioural problem: separation anxiety. Read on for tips on easing canine seperation anxiety and helping your dog feel confident and comfortable when alone.
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- When Your Guests are Allergic
- The Asthma Centre estimates that between 3% and 10% of Americans are allergic to pets. The symptoms can range from mild sneezing to severe asthma. The odds are good that at some point, you will invite someone over to your home - a date, a beloved relative, or a colleague - who is allergic to your pet. There are things that you, as a good host, can do to alleviate their distress.
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- When Cats Kill
- It's as natural for a cat to kill as it is for one to purr. But what do you do about a feline who catches and brings home every bird and mouse in the neighbourhood? Read on for a short history on cats' hunting skills and how to keep modern felines happy by mimicking their natural tendency to hunt.
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- Table Manners: Is it Safe to Share?
- Sitting down to share a meal is one of the strongest ways to bond with your family. However, there are several factors to consider before inviting your furry family to join in this ritual. Health and behavior can be promoted - or compromised - based on the choices you make.
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- Puppy Life Links
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- Kitten Life Links
- How to Choose the Right Kitten Parasites and De-worming Your New Kitten Kitten Training Tips Kittens and Puppies: Friends or Foes? Ragdoll Kittens Abyssinian Kittens...
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- Top 10 Mascots of the 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament #7 - #5
- Petside.com picks the top 10 Mascots of the 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament
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- Top 10 Mascots of the 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament #4 - #2
- Petside.com picks the top 10 Mascots of the 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament
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- Top 10 Mascots of the 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament #1
- Petside.com picks the top 10 mascots of the 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament
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- Your Kitten: 2 Years Old
- Mental and Physical Development Nocturnal Behaviour Even now that your cat is two years old they will often want to play and explore as they once did when they were kittens. The possible downside with this (depending on your disposition)...
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- Your Kitten: 1 1/2 Years Old
- Mental and Physical Development Keeping your Adult Cat Healthy Your kitten is now one and a half years old and is rapidly maturing into an adult cat. During this time you will find that you cat is becoming more independent...
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- Your Kitten: 1 Year Old
- Mental and Physical Development The Adult Cat Personality: Does It Change? People change a lot between adolescence and adulthood. We become different people. Certain childhood personality characteristics are often carried into adulthood - they just become less obvious. Kittens turn...
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