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If your dog's tongue sticks out all the time, it can become dry, cracked & painful for your dog. Here's how to make sure your dog's tongue stays in good condition.

Lost dog poster. photo by Aine D on Flickr

Save this list in case your dog goes missing one day! These tips will help to reunite you with your lost dog in the quickest way possible.

Found dog sign. photo by by Hotash on Flickr

Your first inclination may be to take a stray dog inside your home to immediately give him food and shelter. But that's not always the safest option. Here's what you SHOULD do if you find a stray dog.

Here are 10 life-threatening dog behavior myths that many dog owners believe to be true. Better yet, see WHY each of these is detrimental to your dog's behavior and your own sanity!

Does your dog suffer from joint pain? Here are some natural home remedies for treating dog joint pain. Plus tips on helping your older dog during his golden years.

Most people have a disaster plan for their family in case of an emergency. Does your plan of action also include your dog? When planning for an emergency, you need to have your dog's safety in mind in addition to your own.

Most people are not aware of the fact that tennis balls can actually be dangerous to dogs. The danger is that when playing fetch with your dog, the ball could get stuck in your dog's throat when he catches it.

This video shows how to check your dog's vital signs -- gum color, temperature, and heartbeat -- in order to determine whether you have a sick dog on your hands or not. Did you know that you may be able to get a vet's diagnosis over the phone?

If you've ever had a loose dog on your hands, then you know how difficult it is to catch a dog on the run -- especially a small dog. This video shows how you can actually train your dog to be caught. Really, it works!

If you're a dog owner, then you should do everything in your power to learn dog CPR, so you will be prepared in the event of an emergency. Here's how to do pet CPR in an attempt to save your dog's life if he starts choking or stops breathing.

Are you prepared to save your dog's life if he were involved in an accident or became incapacitated due to some other type of health problem or sudden emergency? Here are some of the most common situations that could result in you having to perform CPR on your dog. Plus, see how to do dog CPR.

If you've got a dog, then you NEED a pet first aid kit. You don't have to buy one though. You can make your own! Here's what should go in a first aid kit for your dog.