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Miss P the Beagle Wins the Westminster Dog Show 2015
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, February 17, 2015America has a new top dog: Miss P, a 15-inch Beagle, surprised the crowd when she was crowned Best in Show at the prestigious 139th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York Tuesday night.… Full Article ›
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Am I a Bad Pet Owner If I Don't Brush My Long-Haired Dog's Coat?
By Kim Campbell Thornton, January 29, 2015There’s a good chance that you acquired a long-haired dog because you admired his glamorous appearance. With those lovely locks, though, comes the responsibility of caring for them. It’s tempting… Full Article ›
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Meet the Tiny and Adorable Dog Breeds of the Toy Group
By Megan Winter, January 23, 2015Tiny, adorable and often feisty, the Toy group is full of dogs who might enjoy a snuggle in your lap, make you laugh and, well, rule your household with an iron paw. One the best things about this… Full Article ›
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Best Small Dogs for First-Time Owners
By Kristen Seymour, January 15, 2015Bringing a dog into your family for the first time is a big deal, and we couldn't be more excited for you. If you find yourself wondering, "What kind of dog should I get?" it's important to… Full Article ›
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Meet the Irresistible Contestants of Puppy Bowl XI
By Laura Cross, January 7, 2015The greatest sports event of the year is almost here: Puppy Bowl XI! We can’t wait to watch 55 adorable puppies battle it out for the coveted MVP (Most Valuable Puppy) title. It’s hard to… Full Article ›
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Popular Dog Breeds in Each U.S. Region
By Kristen Seymour, November 13, 2014Here at Vetstreet, we love to share fascinating data from our own databases with you, but sometimes, we get interesting information from other sources that we just can't help but pass along. That's… Full Article ›
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10 Long-Lived Dogs This Veterinarian Sees
By Dr. Marty Becker, October 1, 2014We all want our dogs to share our lives for many years. Whether that happens depends in large part on factors such as great nutrition and veterinary care, not to mention protection from accidents… Full Article ›
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Dog Breeds With Better Things to Do Than Learn a Trick
By Kristen Seymour, August 28, 2014One of the most wonderful things about being a dog lover is that you learn to appreciate different breeds for their individual characteristics and quirks. It's impossible not to admire the Border… Full Article ›
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Which Dog Breeds Love or Loathe the Water? We Asked Readers and Experts
By Kristen Seymour, July 29, 2014Dogs and water: It's an interesting mix. Though it might be a challenge to keep certain dogs from diving headlong into whatever body of water is nearby, others shy away from anything larger than a… Full Article ›
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7 Lap Dog Breeds We Love
By Shayna Meliker, March 11, 2014If you're looking for a dog who's content to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon with you, lounging on the couch, reading a book — well, you'll be doing the reading, and the dog will… Full Article ›
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Harvard Therapy Dog Offers Stress Relief for Students And Staff
By Lisa Granshaw, March 10, 2014Therapy animals can make a big difference in people’s lives. Whether it’s a dog or cat therapy team, or even a pig or horse, these animals offer important benefits to those in… Full Article ›
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Shih Tzu
February 11, 2014Once the prized lap dog of Chinese emperors, the Shih Tzu doesn’t see any reason to accept the slightest reduction in status. But his assumption that the world revolves around… Full Article ›