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Why does a dog always go for the toilet bowl water? Pretty gross, but it’s likely that your dog likes the temperature of the water in there. Try placing ice cubes in his water bowl and see how much he digs it! |
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Buying dog food is a big expense for most owners, costing upwards of $300 or more for a premium brand each year. Slashing costs on your pet’s food bill is possible, and you don’t have to sacrifice quality to do it.
Go Big- Buying pet food in bulk keeps a few extra dollars in your pocket. Make sure you store it properly, though, so it doesn’t spoil. Be Savvy- Visit manufacturer’s websites for downloadable coupons. But don’t stop there – shop around! Is your preferred brand cheaper in the store near your work? Or maybe the pet store in your hometown has better pricing. Ban Cans- It’s more economical to feed large dogs dry kibble. That’s because wet food is mostly made up of water so your pet needs more of it to receive all of his daily nutrients. Maryann Mott is a pet journalist and author. Her books and articles can be found at Petwriter.com and you can follow her on Twitter here. |
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The Canvas Tote Travel Bowl by Wagware runs about $50 and does double duty – it’s a travel water bowl for Fido and sassy tote bag for mom! Great for the car, the beach, a back yard BBQ at a friend’s – you name it! Very stylish and made from a durable canvas. You can easily stash a few bottles of water in the bag then crack them open when thirst kicks in.
Holds 18 oz. of water. 7″x4″x5″ Colors: navy, red, chocolate, Kelly green, tangerine or powder blue. |
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Stay organized while traveling this summer by packing all your dog’s essentials in one easy carrier.
 The Dog-To-Go Soft Shell Portable ChowPal sells for about $30 and is entirely self-contained and made of soft durable pack-cloth construction. The Dog-To-Go is a self contained traveling bistro that makes packing for your pooch easy. Great item to keep stashed in your car all year long for unexpected long drives, especially if you’re caught in traffic jams in L.A.! Includes: Pack-cloth carrier, 450 ML water bottle, 2 stainless steel bowls, nylon food storage bag, spill mat. |
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If a puppy or dog won’t eat and has other symptoms of illness like lethargy, vomiting or diarrhea, you’ll need to see the vet immediately to find out what’s going on. |
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Some reasons for poor skin on a dog can be poor nutrition (especially a deficiency of Omega-3 fatty acids), not brushing frequently, not bathing often enough, or using the wrong shampoo. In addition, medical conditions such as thyroid or hormone imbalance, fleabite reactions or bacterial dermatitis are all skin problems that a vet can correct. |
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“Animal fat” is a catch phrase used in dog food manufacturing that can include low quality, inexpensive fats, even including old cooking grease discarded by restaurants. Look for fat ingredients from specific sources – “chicken fat” or “beef fat,” for example. |
