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A lot of people always ask the question, or have the misconception, that allowing a puppy dog to lick you, or give ‘puppy kisses’, can and/or will make you sick.

Generally, the only time you could become sick from a dog, is if you come into contact with it’s poop, or from a dog that has rabies. Although it is possible for you to get germs from a healthy pup, it is not very likely.

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Understand, this is not a jab at all veterinarians. I believe there are a lot that do care, but I also believe there are some that are just in it for the money.

Here is a little letter that I had to write to the Pennsylvania Veterinary Assocation, in regards to the local vet refusing me to be able to order my pet’s prescription online, for a lot less money:

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Adult  puppy dogs require sufficient nutrients to meet energy needs and to maintain and repair body tissues. The amount you feed your puppy dog should be based on the it’s size and energy output. Activity levels vary dramatically between different dogs, and will play an important role in determining caloric intake. Here are some tips:

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To help have your puppy dog the healthiest he can possibly be, consider feeding him a high quality natural dog food that you can usually find at a veterinarian, pet store or online pet supply store. 

The reason these foods are healthier is because they have less preservatives and fillers, which ultimately means that your puppy dog will excrete a lot less waste.

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3 Tips for helping you keep your puppy dog from eating his food too fast..

A very common problem for most dog owners is a dog that eats his food too fast and then gets sick.

I know I have seen this many times with my dogs, especially the larger one’s like my Labs.

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The term ‘Golden Years’ often means “the time of life after retirement from active work”, in regards to humans, but your puppy dog also has golden years, and they come much sooner.

As your puppy dog gets older, continue to give him annual exam visits with your veterinarian. It’s especially important to have your pet’s health checked during his older years when medical problems can come up.

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Hip dysplasia is a hereditary disease that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause crippling lameness and painful arthritis of the joints. It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It can be found in many animals and occasionally in humans, but is most commonly associated with dogs, and is common in many dog breeds, particularly the larger breeds.

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When your dog barks, it can mean a variety of things depending on the tone of the bark and the surrounding circumstances.

An excited alert bark may welcome a familiar person who is approaching. A deep bark combined with a growl may be a warning to a stranger approaching. Your puppy dog may even use a short quick bark to alert you of a need of some kind, like having to go outside to the backyard and needs you to open the door, for example.

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Supplements for your puppy dog’s health:

You may or may not have heard about dog supplements these days, but one thing is for sure…they are all the rage.

You see, dogs have certain dietary and nutritional needs that they just don’t get from typical dog foods and treats these days. Years ago, more people, especially because there were so many farmers, fed their puppy dogs a more natural and healthy diet of fruits, vegetables and meats.

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There are many types of flea and tick control products out there today, but if you have never had to deal with a severe flea infestation or flea control, you may only know about products such as flea sprays, flea powders, flea collars and flea dips. Here is the lowdown on what is effective and what really is a waste of you and your dog’s time.

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