Pets

GOOD DOG: Purebreds can be a great fit for some

JIM BEINLICH

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Dear Jim: Why don’t you do an article on professional breeders and the wonderful work they do? Yes, there are people who get dogs who have not thought it through and the puppies end up in a rescue, but there are those who don’t. I have... Full story

GOOD DOG: A canine for the kids' holiday gift? Not so fast...

JIM BEINLICH

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It’s an appealing image: The kids gathered around the Christmas tree, eagerly awaiting their present. Mom and dad come in with a cute, fluffy bundle of joy, barking with delight at being a new member of the family. But if you ask just about... Full story

ASK THE VET: Out-of-whack hormones cause Cushing's disease

ANNE PIERCE

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Mya’s owner sensed for months that something was not quite right with her 12-year-old spayed Bichon mix, but now the dog was urinating in the house frequently and panting all night. She was even trying to steal food off the fork while her... Full story

GOOD DOG: It pays to play Scrooge for sake of dogs' well-being

JIM BEINLICH

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The holiday season is upon us once again. Amid the revelry, decorating and social gatherings, don’t forget about Fido! This time of year can not only be stressful for him, it can present a number of hazards. Some will be familiar to you;... Full story

ASK THE VET: Turtles can make great pets with some TLC

ANNE PIERCE

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Every parent has probably had the experience of having his child relentlessly lobby for a pet. But if the thought of managing a dog or cat seems like too much of a commitment, consider getting a turtle, after you weigh the pros and cons. Turtles,... Full story

GOOD DOG: Does your pooch have the goods to be a therapy dog?

JIM BEINLICH

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If you are looking for something to do with your dog and aren’t interested in competing, consider getting your dog certified as a therapy dog. Unlike service dogs, which perform specific tasks such as opening doors or retrieving items for... Full story

ASK THE VET: Itchy pets need a diagnosis, not oil supplements

ANNE PIERCE

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Itching dogs drive us crazy, thumpa-thumpa-thumping against the floor when digging at themselves next to the bed all night while we are trying to sleep. Cats with an itch tend to be more subtle, appearing with highly unfashionable bald patches on... Full story

ASK THE VET: Vaccine the sure cure for preventing rabies

ANNE PIERCE

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Mountain lions and cattle and skunks, oh my! These are some of the species in this area that were recently confirmed as being infected with rabies. We all know we are required to vaccinate our dogs, cats and ferrets against rabies, but we see the... Full story

GOOD DOG: Some dogs are just born mean

JIM BEINLICH

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My last article, regarding a Shar Pei that was getting dangerously aggressive with the family, prompted one reader to send me an angry e-mail. This person was upset that, without having even seen the dog, I said its problems were genetic in... Full story

GOOD DOG: Beware the unscrupulous dog seller; they're everywhere

JIM BEINLICH

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The following is a truly disturbing case that occurred just a few days ago: A woman with a 3½ year-old son wanted to replace a dog that recently died. As she was browsing Craigslist (a free online classified service), she came across a... Full story

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