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Can Dogs and Birds Live Together Safely?

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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...

Can I Teach My Cat Not to Dash Out the Door?

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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...

Can I Teach My Dog Not to Dash Out the Door?

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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

Can I Teach My Kitten to Like Learning New Tricks?

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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...

Can I Train My Dog Not to Roam?

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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...

Dog Swimming Safety Tips

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Dog Swimming Safety Tips

They didn’t coin the term “doggy paddle” because canines stay

Exam Room Etiquette: What to Do to Keep Your Pet Safe and Your Vet Sane

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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...

How Can We Keep Our Bird Safe From Our Cat?

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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...

Prepare Your Pet for a Tornado, Hurricane or Other Natural Disaster

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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

Is It OK to Kiss Your Dog?

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Is It OK to Kiss Your Dog?

It seems like everywhere you turn, celebrities can be seen giving their pooches

Is It OK to Leave My Dog Alone in the Yard?

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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...

Are Costumes Really Safe for Dogs?

Dr. Marty Becker

Are Costumes Really Safe for Dogs?

Q. It seems like pet costume contests are as popular at Halloween as those for k...