Americans often refer to North American bison as buffalo (the song “Home on The Range” comes to mind). However, in the animal feed industry, buffalo is just that – water buffalo. Both sources of protein are healthy for dogs; read labels to find out if the treat or food you’re purchasing is bison or buffalo.
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Health Tip: What is…Parvo?
Parvo is a highly contagious virus that causes gastrointestinal illness in puppies and young dogs, and it’s potentially deadly. Dogs between 6 weeks and 4 months old - who are unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated - are at most risk for contracting Parvo. Certain breeds such as German Shepherd Dogs, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, English Springer Spaniels and American Staffordshire Terriers…
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Training Tip: Plan Now for Successful Separation
Did you adopt a new canine family member during the stay-at-home order? Well, congratulations! Her only experience with you is that you are around all the time. What are your plans for when your schedule requires you to leave her for long stretches of time, and multiple days of the week? Start now by leaving…
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Health Tip – Trim Nails
Dog nails that are too long are uncomfortable to walk on
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