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Can Dogs and Birds Live Together Safely?
Q. My dog thinks our pet bird is prey. How do I get him to stop? A. Just beca...
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Can I Teach My Cat Not to Dash Out the Door?
Q. My cat tries to dash out the door every time it opens. He used to be an outdo...
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Can I Teach My Dog Not to Dash Out the Door?
There’s nothing quite like the fear that grips a dog owner when she opens
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Can I Teach My Kitten to Like Learning New Tricks?
Q. I’m getting a kitten and I want to train her to do tricks. Is there a w...
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Can I Train My Dog Not to Roam?
Q. Sometimes my 7-year-old rescue dog gets out of our fence. Do you have any hin...
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Dog Swimming Safety Tips
They didn’t coin the term “doggy paddle” because canines stay
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Exam Room Etiquette: What to Do to Keep Your Pet Safe and Your Vet Sane
This topic is a perennial favorite of mine. While the goal is ostensibly to help...
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How Can We Keep Our Bird Safe From Our Cat?
Q. My cat constantly stalks our pet bird and acts like he’s ready to eat h...
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Prepare Your Pet for a Tornado, Hurricane or Other Natural Disaster
When there’s a hurricane, tornado, blizzard, forest fire or other natural
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Is It OK to Kiss Your Dog?
It seems like everywhere you turn, celebrities can be seen giving their pooches
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Is It OK to Leave My Dog Alone in the Yard?
Q: Is it OK to leave my dog unattended in our fenced yard? A: I'm afraid the...
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Are Costumes Really Safe for Dogs?
Q. It seems like pet costume contests are as popular at Halloween as those for k...