Tag Archives: Dogs

14 Dog Behavior Myths, and Why You Shouldn’t Believe Them

Posted on March 22, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet From the people at Vetstreet comes this analysis of several common misconceptions about dogs and their behavior. Do you think an old dog can’t learn new tricks, or that Fifi and Fido shouldn’t be allowed on the furniture? Or … Continue reading →

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Five Herbs for Your Dog’s Health

Posted on March 14, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet Herbal medicine isn’t just for people; dogs can benefit too. This article tells you about five of them that, used judiciously, can improve your dog’s health — and save you some money on vet bills.

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How to Build a Dog

Posted on February 29, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet It turns out that the huge variety of physical and personality traits in different dog breeds is determined by very little genetic change. National Geographic has a report on the implications for humans. And while you’re at it, check … Continue reading →

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With this “Woof!” I Thee Wed

Posted on February 26, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet People are increasingly including their pets in their wedding ceremonies, especially dogs. The New York Times has a story about several recent weddings and their non-human participants. And here’s another puzzle for you. I hope you’re having a good … Continue reading →

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Dog & Cat Snuggles

Posted on February 17, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet All together now. “Awww ….” More adorableness here.

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A Happy Dog is a Beautiful Thing

Posted on February 10, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet And here are photos of twenty of them. Enjoy!

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Pet Store Switching from Puppy Mills to Shelter Dogs

Posted on January 13, 2012 by DogMom

TweetGreat news from Los Angeles — in a partnership with Pet Connections Inc., a retail pet store is no longer selling dogs from puppy mills, and will instead be offering shelter dogs and cats for adoption. Here’s a video from … Continue reading →

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Dogs, Like Babies, Can Read Us

Posted on January 8, 2012 by DogMom

Tweet A new study shows that dogs can read our facial expressions and body language to guess what we’re thinking — on a level previously only confirmed in 6-month-old babies. Dogs were shown a video of a woman. Sometimes she … Continue reading →