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Chomp, Chomp For Corn . . . but No Cobs For Dogs!
Letting a pup have a few bites of corn isn't a horrible idea provided she's not allergic, but I wouldn't recommend doing this on a regular basis. The issue is not with the kernels (which can be a dog food "filler" item), but cobs are very dangerous for pets — they can cause intestinal obstruction if swallowed! Make sure to hold on tight while she nibbles, and throw it away in a pet-proof trash can after the snack to make sure she doesn't go in for seconds.
All-American Breeds: Do You Know Your State Dogs?
In honor of tomorrow's Independence Day, let's discuss the official dogs of a few US states. From coast to coast, see if you can match the pooches shown with the places they represent!
Question 1 of 6Boston Terrier
New York
California
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Dealing With Fireworks as Easy as Right-Click, Download
If you're in an area where you can't completely shield a pet from fireworks by keeping her inside far from windows, or drowning out the sound, there's a possible solution to get her used to the distant booms.
While it's possible to purchase fireworks CDs for this purpose, you can download some for free online, like these when you right-click. To use, play in the house quietly and slowly work up to a louder volume.
Get Outside! Tips and Advice For Outdoor Fun With Pets
Ahh, Summer. A time for barbecues, laying in the sun, and playing in the park with North! Spring and Summer are obviously great times to bond with your pets outside and get reacquainted with nature, so there's no better time than this Fourth of July holiday to break in the shorts, sneaks, and summertime leashes in preparation for the many hours you'll be logging in the open air.
Are Your Pets Scared of Fireworks?
Happy Fourth of July! I've shared my tips to prep pets for firecrackers, but for those of you who can hear them from your homes, are your pets ever affected?
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Are Your Pets Scared of Fireworks?
Do Tell: Nibble From the Grill?
I want to include my pooch in our fireworks-less Fourth of July plans, but North and yums mix all too well! He's very well-behaved outdoors with many things to sniff (and has a lovely red-and-white striped harness), but I'm worried to have him so close to a hot grill. .
To the Rescue: Fireworks Are Scary!
Fireworks can be very frightening to a dog . . .
Stars and Stripes . . . For Fido.
Now I'll use nearly any excuse to buy North a new item but I'm not sure we're quite patriotic enough for a full on flag print! In spirit of the Fourth of July, I've hunted down some of the cutest products for your furry friends featuring stars and stripes. While these items may be mostly red, white, and blue, they're not too seasonal to be used all year long!
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Step, Step, Stumble For Taronga's Wacky Pachy
It's official — I'm a fan of the Taronga Zoo's latest babe. Born on the Fourth of July (literally), the unnamed calf is already stumbling around his enclosure. Since the temps in Sydney have been averaging in the 50s, and he's just a few days old, he'll remain inside a special heated barn until he can go to the zoo's Wild Asia public display with parents, aunties and pals.
What Happened This Week on PetSugar (6/28-7/3)?
Happy Fourth of July! Hopefully, you're out enjoying the holiday with your favorite furry friends, but don't forget to come back and take my recap quiz!
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