How To Get Answers To Your Dog Health Questions… Fast!

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Got a sick dog? Or maybe you just have a question about your dog's general health and wellbeing... You've got 3 good options in order to get peace of mind quickly...   … [Read more...]

Hanging Tongue Syndrome In Dogs & How To Care For Your Dog’s Dry Tongue

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A reader recently asked us this question: Dog lost teeth. How can I care for her tongue? It hangs out all the time. Will she be in pain? -- Gail   Hanging Tongue Syndrome is a condition where a dog's tongue hangs out of his mouth all the time and the dog is unable to bring her tongue in at will. This could be due to the dog's breed, a mouth or jaw injury, or deformities of the mouth or teeth, among other things. Other times, things like medications or the removal of teeth … [Read more...]

Dog Bad Breath Remedy: Doggie Mouthwash (A Drinking Water Additive) Worked For Us!

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My dog has bad breath. What dog doesn't, right? Well, okay, I have been around a few dogs in my life whose breath did not smell putrid. But they were definitely the exception. My dogs have always had bad breath... until now! I've been adding a liquid drinking water additive to my dog's water bowl every time I fill it up. And now -- after 11 days -- his breath smells so much better.  (We call it his doggie mouthwash.)   … [Read more...]

Dog Teeth Brushing Tips – How To Brush Your Dog’s Teeth Yourself

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Dog teeth must be kept in good condition. That is, if you want your dog to live a long, healthy life. It's true. Brushing your dog's teeth can add 5 years to his life! How? Because things like gum disease and tooth decay are often hard to see, yet a dog's general health is directly influenced by how healthy his teeth and gums are. Once infection sets in, it can sometimes be difficult to treat and it could compromise your dog's health in other ways. According to the American … [Read more...]

How To Care For An Older Dog With No Teeth

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If you're very lucky, your faithful furry companion will live to a ripe old age. I've been this lucky as my little dog Rascal, a Pomeranian/Yorkie mix has celebrated his 18th birthday. This means in human years this good old boy is 126 yrs old! He has definitely earned the rank of Senior Citizen in our household. As dogs age, a variety of health issues may come up. The most prevalent issue is the condition of their teeth. Here's what you need to know about caring for a dog with no … [Read more...]

Dog Tricks: Teach Your Dog How To ‘Show Teeth’

Brad asked how to teach a dog to bare his teeth on command. My very tame American Eskimo, Jersey, (who wouldn't hurt a flea by the way) used to show his teeth. But it was only when our new little puppy, Destin -- and then years later our newest puppy, Tenor -- would get on his nerves. So out of frustration, Jersey would simply bare his teeth as if to show some sort of dominance to these young pups. It was if he was saying, 'Okay, I've had enough... stay away... I'm done playing.' It was … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How To Brush Your Dog’s Teeth

If you've ever wondered how in the world to accomplish the task of brushing your dog's teeth, here's a great instructional video that teaches you how to brush your dog's teeth. I's filled with all of the best tips for brushing your dog's teeth... and making sure that he enjoys it! Check out the video below... In this doggie how-to video, you'll see how you can use different types of doggie toothbrushes and dog toothpaste to keep your dog's teeth looking great. Plus, find great ways … [Read more...]