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Older dogs can gain a great deal from salmon oil, including improved movement and cognition, helping them continue to lead active, fun lives.  Credit: Davids’Adventures Photos | Getty Images Salmon oil is good for dogs and rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 benefits for dogs include: In addition, fish oil can help dogs with heart
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Small breed dogs are those who weigh 20 pounds or less. While the Association of American Feed Control Officials – the organization that develops the nutritional standards that define “complete and balanced” diets for dogs – does not have any nutrient recommendations specifically for small breed dogs, there may be some merit to feeding your
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There are many orthopedic conditions that can affect our dogs, but the one that strikes fear in the hearts of most dog parents is hip dysplasia. With early detection, hip dysplasia can be successfully managed in puppies. Even dogs with arthritis secondary to hip dysplasia can have an improved quality of life with surgical intervention
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Labs are famously loyal and friendly, and are often seen as strong, intelligent and protective family pets. But have you ever seen your Lab licking their paws? While it may seem strange, it’s actually a relatively common behavior in dogs. While it can be a sign of anxiety or boredom, there are some other reasons
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Frequent sneezing and rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal tissues) are often symptoms of nasal polyps in a dog. Credit: Supalak Kosiyakue/EyeEm | Getty Images Nasal polyps in dogs are growths that often develop due to chronic rhinitis, which is inflammation of the lining of the nose. These pink growths consist of fluid and connective tissue.
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Seeing soy in a dog food ingredient list may not sound like something a dog would like to eat. Indeed, ingredients like soybean meal, soy protein concentrate, soy protein isolate, and soybean oil may make you raise an eyebrow. But before you start searching pet-food shelves for soy-free dog food, let’s talk about what purpose
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iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. The best muscle building supplements for dogs can be life-saving for some canines. Watching your dog grow old or weak is one of the most painful sights. Everyone wishes for their dog
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iHeartDogs is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Looking for the best turmeric for dogs? We’ve researched the options and found our favorite choices of turmeric supplements that help dogs by reducing inflammation and pain, improving joint and immune health,
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All dogs can be vegan, provided their nutritional needs are met. Dogs are omnivores, able to utilize nutrients from both meat and plant-based foods. Dogs require protein in their diet, but that protein can come from either meat or plants. And yes, dogs can digest carbs—it’s one of the key differences between dogs and modern
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