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Fighting Cancer in Dogs

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Fighting Dog Cancer Two of my dogs got cancer -- and both beat it. Here's what I learned along the way. note: This story originally ran in October of 2012. It offers some excellent advice, so we’re showcasing it again in honor of  World Cancer Day . Pamela Mitchell’s recent Dogster article “ 10 Things I Tell People Who Just Learned Their Dog Has Cancer ” really hit home for me. Cancer has threatened my dog family twice. We fought back, and cancer lost both times. My beloved Sam and Tiki have both crossed the Rainbow Bridge, but it wasn’t cancer that sent them there, and they lived to 17 and 14, respectively. I’d like to share my experience and suggest some alternative therapies that worked for me in the hope it may help if your dog receives a cancer diagnosis. 1. First Step: Fight Back! Don’t accept that cancer will win. I’ve found it helps to visualize cancer as a relentless, hungry monster with an army of millions as backup. Like the villain in a horror movie, it only appears dea...

Stop puppy biting and nipping

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How to stop your puppy from biting and nipping Reposted from  Puppy In Training Tucker Glosser Do you have a mouthy puppy?  Is your puppy constantly nibbling on your hands, feet, legs, and arms?  If this sounds like your puppy then you’ve come to the right place!  Welcome to  The Ultimate Guide on How To Stop A Puppy From Biting And Nipping! I’ve raised 6 guide and service dog puppies in training, worked with and trained countless other 7 week to 18 month old guide pups, and also  fostered dozens of young puppies .  Believe me when I tell you I know a little bit about mouthy puppies and their little dagger teeth. I’ve suffered a few puncture wounds in my time.  However, every little nip has really just been a  normal part of puppy behavior  and there are a few things I’ve learned to do to help minimize the damage to my hands, feet, arms, legs, torso, and butt (they haven’t gotten me in the face or head…yet). How To Stop A Puppy...