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  • What to Expect When Adopting a Three-Legged Pet

    Learn common concerns from pet parents considering adopting a three-legged pet, including info about mobility, preparing your home, & long-term care.

  • Bringing your puppy home

    Consider these suggestions when deciding to get a puppy for the first time. Follow these tips to ensure you provide your puppy with the best care.

  • First three months

    Learn how to provide your puppy the care he needs in his first 3 months to grow up stong, healthy, and social.

  • Adolescent puppies can be challenging

    Puppies can grow into adolescents much like humans grow to become teenagers. Learn the challenges associated with this change in your puppy.

  • Introducing the collar and lead

    180680638 If you're considering getting a new puppy, then you should know the importance of collars, leashes and ID tags to their safety. Learn what you need to know.

  • Health problems you can't vaccinate against

    180680638 While vaccinations can help guard your dog or puppy against a range of health problems, there are some common dog health problems that can't. Learn more.

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  • What to Expect When Adopting a Three-Legged Pet

    Learn common concerns from pet parents considering adopting a three-legged pet, including info about mobility, preparing your home, & long-term care.

  • Letting Your Dog Sleep in the Bed

    Pretty girl sleeping with her small chihuahua dog Learn about the different things you should consider before letting your dog sleep in your bed with you.

  • Pet Safety: Puppy-Proofing Your Home | Hill's Pet

    Playful and intelligent puppies investigate objects by touching, chewing and tasting them. Growing puppies love to explore, but need protection from household items that are dangerous if swallowed.

  • Bringing your puppy home

    Consider these suggestions when deciding to get a puppy for the first time. Follow these tips to ensure you provide your puppy with the best care.

  • Where to get your puppy from

    Explore the various options you have when it comes to getting for a new puppy. Learn the benefits of shelters, rescues, breeders, and other organizations.

  • Time apart

    Learn the implications of leaving a puppy, or any dog, home alone for significant periods of time, and steps you should take before you leave.

  • Treat your dog for life – not just for Christmas

    Everyone likes a little treat every now and then - and especially now that Christmas is coming. But although it's tempting to give your dog scraps from the table, many popular yuletide treats can actually be dangerous for his health.

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  • Why Is My Dog Shaking? 6 Common Causes for the Shivers

    If you're noticed your dog shaking and shivering, you're probably wondering if there is something wrong. Learn common reasons why and what you can do.

  • Why Is My Dog Eating Dirt?

    Dogs eating dirt: it can be a random occurrence or a regular thing, so learn what to do if you notice this behavior and if you should visit the vet.

  • Why Do Dogs Like Belly Rubs? (And What If My Dog Doesn't?)

    Why do dogs like belly rubs? Learn what your dog is really telling you when he wants a belly rub (and why other dogs may not want one).

  • Stress in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Finding Relief

    Learn how to recognize symptoms of stress in your dog, what common situations can cause high anxiety and tips for helping your pup relax.

  • Small Dog Breeds: What You Need to Know

    Thinking of getting a small dog? Learn the pros & cons of small dog breeds, such as food & living space specifics, to decide if they're a good fit for you.

  • Are Dogs Really Colour Blind?

    While for a long time it was accepted as fact that dogs could only see in black and white, science has proven that's not the case. But what colours can dogs see, and why don't they see the way we do? Read on to learn all about dog vision and how your dog perceives their world.

  • Do Dogs Feel Guilt or Shame?

    Does shaming your dog have a positive effect, or are you just encouraging more bad behavior? Learn more about how he interprets feelings of guilt & shame.

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  • Is My Dog Too Skinny?

    Is my dog too skinny? Answering this question can not only help you decide whether you might be over or underfeeding your dog; it can also tell you whether your pet might need to be seen by the veterinarian.

  • What Should I Do for a Dog with a Splinter?

    Can dogs get splinters? Even though their paw pads are pretty tough, they can still be penetrated by thorns and splinters of wood, glass, metal or any other hard, sharp material. Dogs may be so focused on sniffing, playing or chasing a ball that they might not see sharp hazards that can end up as a splinter in a dog's paw.

  • My Dog Ate Soap: What Should I Do?

    If your dog ate a bar of soap or licked some liquid soap, you're justified in being a little concerned — but there's no need to panic. Read on to learn the facts, including what soap is actually made of, how eating soap can affect your dog's health and how to know when you should bring your pup to the veterinarian.

  • Hypothyroidism in Dogs: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

    Learn everything you need to know about hypothyroidism in dogs, including risk factors, signs of the disease and how it gets diagnosed & treated.

  • Heat Exhaustion in Dogs Signs Your Dog Is Overheating

    Overheating in dogs is not something to take lightly. As the weather heats up, it's important to remain aware of how the heat affects your pup. Heat exhaustion in dogs can lead to serious and potentially fatal conditions such as heat stroke and cardiac arrest.

  • Hydrotherapy for Dogs

    If your dog has a hard time getting around, hydrotherapy might be just the thing to help. Discover the benefits and which types of dogs are a good fit.

  • Excessive Thirst in Dogs: Common Causes & When to See the Vet

    Have you noticed your dog drinking lots of water all of a sudden? Excessive thirst in dogs, also known as polydipsia, is a common observation amongst dog parents, and one you shouldn't ignore.

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  • 5 Signs You Have a Spoiled Dog

    Most pet parents spoil their pets in their own way, whether with paw pedicures, extra cuddles or extra treats. And having a spoiled dog isn't necessarily a bad thing — it's a sign that you love your pet. It only becomes a problem if it starts to affect their health, their behaviour or your wallet.

  • Common Dog Sayings and Their Origins

    We've all heard — and said — the many dog sayings like, "dog days of summer" or "barking up the wrong tree." What do they mean and where do they come from?

  • People with allergies and dogs

    Learn how you can still enjoy the benefits of a canine companion despite dog allergies. Discover how you can help manage your allergies around dogs.

  • Common Mistakes Dog Owners Shouldn't Make | Hill's Pet

    180680638 Learn about some of the most common mistakes dog owners make, and what you should do instead to provide the best care for your dog.

  • The Facts Behind Clinically Proven Dog Food

    180680638 With so many marketing terms appearing on pet food labels, it can be hard to tell which options are really best for our furry friends.

  • Helping people with companion dogs | Hill's Pet

    180680638 Companion dogs play a vital role in helping people become more socially aware and develop fine motor skills. Learn more about how companion dogs help here.

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