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Dogs from breeds originally bred for hunting or herding tend to thrive on high-mileage exercise programs, making them great jogging or hiking companions.Photography: Jordan Siemens, Getty Images Your dog’s age, overall health, and breed determine her exercise sweet spot. Puppies and young adult dogs need more exercise, while older, sick, …

The canine suffered more than a little chipping during the high-speed collision with another dog; it nearly broke in two. Although the dog showed no signs of pain, veterinary dental X-rays revealed damage to the pulp and the tooth had to be removed.Photo by Nancy Kerns A chip or break …

Most grooming experts recommend against shaving your dog, but in some cases, shaving may be the best option for the health and well-being of some older dogs. Shaving is discouraged Most veterinarians and organizations such as the American Kennel Club warn that double-coated dogs (i.e., dogs with an insulating undercoat) …

Cleaning your dog’s ears at home is easy, as long as you have the right tools and know why your dog’s ears need cleaning.Credit: Maya | Getty Images For dogs who suffer from frequent ear infections, cleaning their ears at home may help. If you have a lop-eared dog, especially …

Many older dogs, like seniors, develop skin tags that do not require veterinary care. Even black skin tags on dogs are usually harmless, although sometimes people choose to remove skin tags for cosmetic reasons. One exception to the harmless rule of thumb is skin tags on a dog’s eyelids. Skin …

Everyone should brush their dog’s teeth every day. It even helps with bad breath in dogs! If you need a little more motivation, brushing your teeth regularly can save you tons (huge!) of money down the road by avoiding expensive, painful dental surgeries and tooth extractions. Although statistics prove that …

Disclaimer: If you buy something through links on our site, we may earn a commission. The pads at the bottom of your dog’s paws are thick and strong, but they can cause injury. The first sign is usually limping and/or foot licking. Three common ways dogs damage their paw pads …

In most cases, your dog is unlikely to be troubled by sand fleas, although digging in the sand may cause sand fleas to surface and bite.Photo credit: Rolstock | Getty Images After a nice day at the beach, you notice that your dog is scratching and has little red dots …

Choosing the best dog nail clippers comes down to finding one that you are comfortable using and that your dog can tolerate. A higher price means higher quality, but you can get a quality dog ​​nail clipper that will last your pup’s lifetime for about $10 or less. I have …

It’s important to learn how long to cut your nails, and it can be especially difficult with black nails. Focus on the tapered part of the nail and err on the side of caution.Photo credit: Nastasik | Getty Images With a little practice, nail trimming can become a stress-free part …