In This Issue
● Does Anxiety Cause Illness?
● Breeds Most Prone To Cancer
● Expect A Bad Tick Season
● Taming Your Escape Artist
● Canine Seborrhea
● Craft For Your Local Shelter
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HEALTH ALERT #1
Could Anxiety Be Causing Your Dog’s Health Problems?
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Last year, a rescue dog named Peanut lost her life after a brief illness. She began vomiting after a terrifying night of 4th of July fireworks, and despite veterinary treatment, passed away a few days later.
Peanut’s unofficial diagnosis was stress-induced colitis, but anxiety can cause a wide range of physical symptoms in humans and pets alike. While most cases are not nearly as extreme as Peanut’s, stress-related illnesses can certainly affect your dog’s quality of life.
Learn more about how anxiety affects your dog’s health and what you can do to reduce the damage.
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A Tip From +THE HEALTHY HOUND
When choosing a dog crate, make sure your pup has enough room to stand up to his full height and turn around with ease, but not enough extra space to use the corner as a bathroom!
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HAPPY, HEALTHY MUST HAVES
Bully Sticks: The All-Natural, Long-Lasting Chew Dogs Go Crazy For
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Bully Sticks are made from a very particular beef muscle known as the pizzle (we’ll let you look that up). Because this material is digestible like meat, chewy like rawhide, and long-lasting like bone, it makes an ideal treat.
Happy Healthy Bully Sticks are 100% all-natural, USA-sourced, and contain no chemicals or preservatives. They are safe, delicious, and make an excellent distraction for mischievous pups.
Best of all, for each and every Bully Stick sold, iHeartDogs will provide a healthy meal to a shelter dog in need – that’s six meals per bag!
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QUIZ OF THE WEEK
What is a redundant fence?
- A fence buried deep in the ground to prevent dogs from digging under.
- A fence within a fence to provide a second barrier for dogs with wanderlust.
- A fence with a curved top to keep climbers from scaling their way over.
Not sure? Read on to find the answer!
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HEALTH ALERT #2
7 Breeds With The Highest Risk Of Cancer
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Cancer is one of the scariest words a dog parent can ever hear. While it is important to take steps to preserve the health of any dog, there are some breeds that are genetically prone to develop cancer.
When it comes to this disease, knowledge is power. The more you understand about your breed’s risk factors, the more likely you are to take precautions and seek treatment at the earliest sign.
These 7 beloved breeds top the list when it comes to canine cancer.
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IN THE NEWS
Warning: Terrible Tick Season Expected This Summer
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Remember that mild winter we enjoyed about six months ago? According to The University of New Haven’s Lyme Disease Research Group, we have those warm temperatures to thank for the upcoming doozy of a tick season.
Experts report that tall, grassy areas will be a hotbed for ticks and all the diseases they bring with them. While you can certainly continue to enjoy the great outdoors with your pooch, there are precautions you should take.
Here’s what you need to know to keep your dog – and yourself – safe over the next several months.
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A Tip From +THE HEALTHY HOUND
Staring is a no-no between dogs and may lead to reactive outbursts or fights. Here’s how to nip it in the bud.
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BEHAVIOR & TRAINING
Is Your Dog An Escape Artist? Try These Tips To Keep Them Home Safe
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For some dogs the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. What they don’t realize is that a life of freedom is not all it’s cracked up to be. There are countless dangers out there and it is our job to keep our pups safe.
Before you start nailing boards over the windows and adding extra locks to the doors, it is important to understand why dogs run away and how they are getting out.
If you have a Houdini hound on your hands, try these tips to help keep him safely at home.
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VET CORNER
Symptoms & Treatments Of Canine Seborrhea
by Tammy Hunter, DVM & Ernest Ward, DVM
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Your dog’s itchy skin may be a result of a condition called seborrhea or seborrheic dermatitis. This common disorder causes the sebaceous glands of the skin to produce excess sebum causing scaly, flaky, itchy, and red skin.
Seborrhea is often chronic, persistent, and complicated to treat. It also comes along with a distinct odor.
In this post, Drs Tammy Hunter and Ernie Ward break down the causes (including breed), diagnosis, and treatment options for this frustrating and uncomfortable condition.
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TIS THE SEASON
10 Ways to Craft For Your Local Shelter On July 21st
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In 2012, crafter, Erika Lindquist of the “Sew Doggy Style” blog founded National Craft For Your Local Shelters Day in honor of her rescue dog, Sebastian.
The holiday encourages pet lovers to create toys, blankets, beds, and more to spread a little love to shelter dogs and cats. It is celebrated each July 21st.
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Quiz Answer:
2. A fence within a fence to provide a second barrier for dogs with wanderlust. The hope is the additional obstacle will deter dogs from escaping.
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