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Holiday Hounds: Getting that New Puppy Off on the Right Paw
If a new puppy topped your children's holiday gift list, there's another list you'll want to get started on – a checklist for keeping your newest family member healthy and happy. Author and veterinarian Dr. Jennifer Coates advises families to plan ahead – even in secret – for the big arrival. Read more
The 10 Worst Foods for Your Dog: 10 More Reasons Why Pet...
November 3, 2011 (Cincinnati, OH) – Attention all responsible dog owners, including owners of a particular kind of Labrador retriever: chocolate refers to a Lab's coloring, and not what you should be feeding it. In fact, according to veterinarian Dr. Jennifer Coates, chocolate is one of the major no-nos in a canine's diet. Read more
Dogs Eat More Than Homework: Mishaps Often Behind Dog Illnesses
September 27, 2011 (Cincinnati, OH) – After turning the house upside down in search of her diamond earrings, Deb and Merrell Wreden glanced down at their 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier and wondered simultaneously the same cringe-inducing thought: "Could Lola have swallowed them?" After all, it wasn't the first time their otherwise lovable pooch had treated various household items as her own personal buffet. Read more
Survey: Dog, Cat Owners Would Spend Thousands to Save Pets’ Lives
August 30, 2011 (Cincinnati, OH) – How much are you willing to spend in order to save your dog or cat’s life? Approximately one in 10 dog or cat owners is willing to spend more than $3,000 on medical procedures if it meant that their pet could be saved, according to a recent survey conducted by the Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) on behalf of its personal finance division. Read more