http://thatdogblog.com For the love of dogs! Tue, 27 Dec 2011 23:16:32 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I have the most amazing Shih Tzu in the world.  Her name is Bella and we adopted her from The Animal Rescue Foundation. She was rescued from a horrible puppy mill that was closed due to inhumane conditions.  After many months of being patient and giving her time to adjust, she has turned into the [...] Related posts:

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Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://thatdogblog.com/2011/12/27/shih-tzu-doing-dog-tricks/ (NC)—Welcoming a puppy or kitten into your family will change your household for years to come. There are many things to keep in mind to ensure the healthy development of your new pet as they grow and become a member of your family. In the first twelve months of your pet’s life they will go [...] Related posts:

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Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://thatdogblog.com/2011/12/27/pet-parenting-101-caring-for-your-new-pet-2/ Having three high maintenance dogs, a Pug, Shih Tzu and French Bulldog, that all live inside has been a lot of work and test of patience for me and my husband!  Wh adopted the Shih Tzu when she was a bit older, but have had the Pug and French Bulldog since they were babies.  Here [...] Related posts:

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Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://thatdogblog.com/2011/11/10/getting-a-dog-consider-these-factors-to-make-sure-youre-a-match/ (ARA) – When Michele Sebesto, of Staten Island, N.Y., adopted JC 10 years ago, she said the chihuahua was an invaluable source of comfort. As a New Yorker, she’d just gone through the 9/11 attacks, and the two developed a special bond. Unfortunately, JC had some minor but persistent health problems. About twice a year, [...] Related posts:

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Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://thatdogblog.com/2011/11/10/u-s-pets-getting-sicker-decline-in-vet-visits-blamed/ (ARA) – When fleas are spotted in the home, it’s our pets that take the blame. But did you know that for every flea you see, there could be a much bigger problem hiding in the bedding, carpets, furniture and floorboards of your home? The truth is, flea eggs, maggot-like larvae and pupae represent 95 [...] Related posts:

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Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> http://thatdogblog.com/2011/11/10/the-perfect-balance-your-healthy-lifestyle-benefits-your-pet-too/ (ARA) – Obesity rates are dramatically higher than a decade ago. Twelve states now have obesity rates of 30 percent or higher, according to a recent report by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. With obesity a serious health threat, many families are on the lookout for ways to increase their physical activity [...] Related posts:

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