Stories

Papillon Breakdown: Personality, Problems and Perks

The butterfly-eared toy dog with a lion's spirit. Why people love Papillons, why they're not for everyone, and the health issues to…

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Some foods darken stool, but black, tarry, smelly poop can mean digested blood from bleeding higher in the gut. When to call…

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Gentle, smart and tuned in to your moods, but a heavy shedder that hates heat and isn't much of a guard dog.…

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Yes, plain, cooked artichoke hearts in small pieces are a healthy occasional treat. Skip canned and marinated ones, and remove leaves and…

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Part cuddler, part adventurer. Size, personality, training, grooming and health for the Shih Tzu x Cairn Terrier.

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Webbed feet, whistling packs and rainforest wetlands. How South America's elusive bush dog compares with the dog on your couch.

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A walking teddy bear with a short lifespan. Shedding, heat, separation anxiety and health costs, weighed against a famously loyal, gentle dog.

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The Aussie Bernese pairs herding energy with a gentle mountain-dog temperament. Coat, exercise, grooming, socialization and companionship needs.

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Cats will sit in a box, or even a square taped on the floor. The survival instinct behind it, and the optical-illusion…

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Plain, low-fat cottage cheese can be a protein-rich treat for many dogs, but dairy doesn't suit all of them. How to try…

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Cucumbers are fine; pickles are not a good idea. Salt, garlic, onion, spice and sugar make pickles risky. Plain cucumber is the…

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Siamese, Bengals, Bombays and Sphynx cats can be intense, but it's usually spirit, not aggression. What drives them and how to channel…

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