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Dog vs. Nature: How to Keep Your Pup Safe From Other Animals In Nature there are lions and tigers and bears, oh my... Okay, chances are Duke isn't going to be facing the first two in nature anytime soon, unless there's been a breakout from a nearby zoo, but if you live in a rural area there are likely bears and other animals roaming around. Chances are even good that they're wandering into your yard to poke around in your garbage cans. You might also have raccoons, skunks, snakes and even coyotes in areas around your home. Remember: they call...

"Wanna go for a RIDE?" If your dog is like many, this question to go for a ride will spark top-level exuberance. You probably have a hard time getting the leash on with all of that excitement! But eventually you do, and out the door you go. Princess leaps into her spot in the back seat--or alongside you in the front, whatever her preference. You get in, put on your seatbelt, and you're off. But what about Princess? How is she secured in the car? Many people might not give it a thought, but pups need some sort of restraint...

Are You Feeding Your Dog the Correct Amount of Food? Take a walk down the pet food aisle of any pet store and you'll be overwhelmed by the number of different foods available to our canine family members. There is a lot of variance among types and brands--food for puppies, food for senior dogs and a wide range for dogs in between. Once you settle on the brand/type of choice, you simply need to follow the serving guidelines on the package and you're set, right? Well, not quite. There are some factors that need to be considered before you start...

Is Your Dog a Candidate for Chiropractic Care? Lower back tightness? Neck stiffness? Back pain? You might seek the attention of a chiropractor if you're suffering any of these symptoms. But what about ol' Duke (or Daisy)? You might notice that your fur baby, so often filled with seemingly endless energy and agility, has recently begun to get up more slowly, be reluctant to go for walks or has a change in gait. If your dog is having any of these issues, can such a holistic approach work for man's best friend as well as it might work for man...

Do's and Don'ts of Hiking the Trails with Your Dog When someone tells you to take a hike...do you jump at the chance? If you enjoy hitting the hiking trails whenever you can and would love the company of your canine sidekick, there are a few things you might need to think about before heading out. Of course, the first thing is: can your dog handle the rigors of a hike? If Barkley has spent the last several months on the couch, he's likely not ready to leap into action on the trail. Ease him into it. Take him for...