Burrs on dogs, like awls and other barbed seeds can cause injury as well as being uncomfortable for a dog and should be removed after walks and outdoor activities.

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25.04.2025

Why Balanced Dog Training Isn’t Recommended - Whole Dog Journal

Balanced dog training is anything but as negative reinforcement can heavily outweigh any positive reinforcement in a dog's mind.

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25.04.2025

Informing? Or Selling? - Whole Dog Journal

A lot of dog food pitches are meant to scare you into buying a particular food and they aren't necessarily being truthful.

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23.04.2025

Download The Full May 2025 Issue PDF - Whole Dog Journal

Whole Dog Journal‘s mission is to provide dog guardians with in-depth information on dog food, training, behavior, health, and more.

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23.04.2025

The 5 Best Dog Treat Pouches for Training, Hiking, and Dog Walks - Whole Dog Journal

We've tested five of the most popular dog treat pouches on the market to find the best dog treat pouch for daily training, hiking, and messy treats.

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22.04.2025

The Deadly Foxtail: What to Know as a Dog Owner - Whole Dog Journal

Foxtail is a grass whose blooms pose a danger to dogs. Unfortunately, it grows across most of the United States.

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20.04.2025

Is Goat Milk Good for Dogs? - Whole Dog Journal

Young dogs can digest goat milk relatively easily. However, older dogs lack a key enzyme and can struggle to digest the lactose in goat milk.

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19.04.2025

How to Safely Lift and Carry a Dog - Whole Dog Journal

How do you pick up a dog? It can make a difference in your dog's safety and comfort, and how cooperative they are when you're picking them up.

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18.04.2025

Don’t Adopt Littermates - Whole Dog Journal

Adopting two pups from the same litter seems like a good idea. They can keep each other company! However, the can interfere with socialization.

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18.04.2025

MSM for Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

Methylsulfonylmethane or MSM for dogs is a joint supplement that can help fight degenerative disease or prevent injuries.

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17.04.2025

Does My Dog Need Electrolytes? - Whole Dog Journal

Electrolytes for dogs aren't going to be necessary even in extreme heat. Dog's and humans have different cooling mechanisms electrolytes can harm a dog.

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16.04.2025

Is the Pavement Too Hot to Walk My Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

You can tell if the pavement is too hot to walk your dog through several different methods that allow you to estimate the pavement temperature.

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15.04.2025

How to Get Mats Out of Dog Hair - Whole Dog Journal

Getting mats out of dog hair is about more than a nicely groomed dog. Serious matting can pose a risk to a dog's health and comfort.

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14.04.2025

Adequan for Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

Adequan for dogs is an injection that is used to manage osteoarthritis in senior dogs allowing them to live more comfortably.

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13.04.2025

Best Dog Water Bottles for Hikes - Whole Dog Journal

A dog water bottle is essential for keeping your dog hydrated and healthy during long hikes, and is useful walking around town too.

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12.04.2025

Nystagmus in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

If a dog’s eyes are rapidly moving, seeming uncontrolled, they may be suffering from nystagmus a vestibular disease symptom.

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11.04.2025

The Pain of Making the Euthanasia Decision - Whole Dog Journal

At the end of a long and happy life, and peaceful passing at home surrounded by those you love is the best end for a dog's story.

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11.04.2025

Using Dog Sign Language in Training - Whole Dog Journal

Dog's can respond better to hand signals than verbal cues, meaning dog sign language is a viable option for training any dog.

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10.04.2025

Is Chicken and Rice Good for a Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

Is chicken and rice good for a dog, or is it just bland food for a sick dog? How much chicken and rice to feed a dog?

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09.04.2025

Puppy Separation Anxiety - Whole Dog Journal

Puppy separation anxiety is a misnomer. Puppies suffer from separation distress that can become separation anxiety as adults if it is handled improperly.

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08.04.2025

Is That a Hot Spot on My Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

Hot sports on dogs are a common and difficult to resolve issue. However, there are some home remedies that are effective that can help.

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07.04.2025

Can Dogs Get Bird Flu? - Whole Dog Journal

Currently, it is unknown if dogs can get bird flu in any systematic way. However, caution and managing your dog's exposure is warranted.

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06.04.2025

Are Dog Barking Deterrents Effective and Humane? - Whole Dog Journal

A dog barking deterrent can stop a dog from barking, but they do nothing to address a dog's underlying stress and anxiety. Some are inhumane.

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05.04.2025

Gastropexy in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

Gastropexy in dogs is a procedure that anchors the stomach to the body wall. It can help prevent bloat in dogs from recurring or occurring in the first place.

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04.04.2025

In the Aftermath of a Dog Attack - Whole Dog Journal

A dog attack is never as simple as a vicious dog. Instead, there are a variety of learned behaviors, stressors, and stacking triggers that lead to the attack.

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04.04.2025

Your Dog is Aging. Should You Get A Puppy? - Whole Dog Journal

Should you get a puppy if your dog is aging? It's a chance for a new puppy to learn from the best, but you should consider the needs of your senior dog.

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03.04.2025

Best Dog Food Toppers - Whole Dog Journal

Commercial dog food toppers can be a convenient way to entice a dog to eat, and add some additional nutrition to a dog's diet.

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02.04.2025

How to Teach a Dog to Sit - Whole Dog Journal

Teaching a dog to sit is a foundational skill for sit-stay training, and has many uses for impulse control and dog sports as well.

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01.04.2025

Questions to Ask When Adopting a Rescue Dog - Whole Dog Journal

Adopting a rescue dog helps a dog in need, and you gain a lifelong companion. However, you need to be prepared by asking question about the dog.

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28.03.2025

How to Get Rid of Nasal Mites in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

Nasal mites in dogs are unusual mites that can be responsible for sneezing, difficulty breathing, and other hard to diagnose respiratory problems.

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28.03.2025

What If You Get the Wrong Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

It's sad, but sometimes the right dog ends up with the wrong people. In those cases rehoming a dog is the best option for both.

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27.03.2025

Why Alpha Dog Training is Outdated - Whole Dog Journal

Alpha dog training is based on a misunderstanding of canine social groups. Positive reinforcement training based on respect yields better results.

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26.03.2025

Train a Dog to Ring a Bell - Whole Dog Journal

Bell training a dog can save your doors and ears, as the dog will ring the bell instead of scratching or barking to be let out of the hosue.

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Too Old to Adopt? - Whole Dog Journal

How Many Treats Can a Dog Have Per Day? - Whole Dog Journal

The Best Remote Dog Treat Dispensers and How To Use Them - Whole Dog Journal

A Thing for Gear - Whole Dog Journal

Caring for Dogs with Disabilities - Whole Dog Journal

What to Look for in a Raw Frozen Dog Food - Whole Dog Journal

Dog Summer Safety Tips: Ways to Beat the Heat - Whole Dog Journal

How to Remove Burrs from Your Dog’s Coat - Whole Dog Journal

Why Balanced Dog Training Isn’t Recommended - Whole Dog Journal

Informing? Or Selling? - Whole Dog Journal

Download The Full May 2025 Issue PDF - Whole Dog Journal

The 5 Best Dog Treat Pouches for Training, Hiking, and Dog Walks - Whole Dog Journal

The Deadly Foxtail: What to Know as a Dog Owner - Whole Dog Journal

Is Goat Milk Good for Dogs? - Whole Dog Journal

How to Safely Lift and Carry a Dog - Whole Dog Journal

Don’t Adopt Littermates - Whole Dog Journal

MSM for Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

Does My Dog Need Electrolytes? - Whole Dog Journal

Is the Pavement Too Hot to Walk My Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

How to Get Mats Out of Dog Hair - Whole Dog Journal

Adequan for Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

Best Dog Water Bottles for Hikes - Whole Dog Journal

Nystagmus in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

The Pain of Making the Euthanasia Decision - Whole Dog Journal

Using Dog Sign Language in Training - Whole Dog Journal

Is Chicken and Rice Good for a Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

Puppy Separation Anxiety - Whole Dog Journal

Is That a Hot Spot on My Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

Can Dogs Get Bird Flu? - Whole Dog Journal

Are Dog Barking Deterrents Effective and Humane? - Whole Dog Journal

Gastropexy in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

In the Aftermath of a Dog Attack - Whole Dog Journal

Your Dog is Aging. Should You Get A Puppy? - Whole Dog Journal

Best Dog Food Toppers - Whole Dog Journal

How to Teach a Dog to Sit - Whole Dog Journal

Questions to Ask When Adopting a Rescue Dog - Whole Dog Journal

How to Get Rid of Nasal Mites in Dogs - Whole Dog Journal

What If You Get the Wrong Dog? - Whole Dog Journal

Why Alpha Dog Training is Outdated - Whole Dog Journal

Train a Dog to Ring a Bell - Whole Dog Journal

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