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May
18
2022
By Ellen Britt
15 Ways Your Dog Is Trying To Tell You He’s Stressed

15 Ways Your Dog Is Trying To Tell You He’s Stressed

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftips You can likely easily tell when a human is stressed out by the way they behave, but it’s not so easy to tell when your canine companion is suffering from anxiety or stress. This is particularly true if you have just adopted the dog and you have not had a chance to get to know them and their usual behaviors very well. Some dog behaviors are sure giveaways, but others are more subtle. Here are 15 ways your dog may be communicating with you that they are stressed. While these behaviors are seen in dogs…
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May
18
2022
By Ellen Britt
Seven Common Pet Food Ingredients You Should Avoid Feeding Your Dog

Seven Common Pet Food Ingredients You Should Avoid Feeding Your Dog

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsThe majority of dog owners are not likely to pay too much attention to the food they feed their canines. As long as it’s a reputable brand put out by a well known company, they tend to trust it will provide the nutrition it claims to provide.Other dog owners feed a brand that has been recommended, or even sold, by their vet, especially if their dog has a health condition, such as a digestive problem or kidney disease for example, that requires a specialized diet.But perhaps it’s time for dog owners to start paying more attention…
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May
17
2022
By Ellen Britt
Why Is Your Dog Crying?

Why Is Your Dog Crying?

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsMost every dog owner believes that dogs can pick up on their moods. When we’re happy and energetic, our dogs tend to realize it and they run around wagging their tails. When we are blue and feeling down, they will often sit beside us or curl up for a cuddle.We humans often cry when we are upset, especially when we are sad. But dogs don’t do this.So why is it that many dog owners report seeing their dog’s eyes filled with tears and sometimes running down their muzzles?Tears, in dogs and humans, are produced to keep…
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May
16
2022
By Ellen Britt
Muzzles – Which Type Is Right For Your Dog

Muzzles – Which Type Is Right For Your Dog

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsYou might need a muzzle for your dog at some point. Using a muzzle when appropriate will protect you from a bite should your dog be injured. Breed specific laws in some states require some dogs to wear them in public.But how do you know what sort of muzzle to choose for your dog? Let’s take a closer look.There are two basic types of dog muzzles, the basket type and the soft type. You can also make a homemade one if absolutely necessary and you have no other choice.Basket muzzle  This muzzle gets its name from the…
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May
14
2022
By Ellen Britt
Toxic Beauty – The Sago Palm Is Deadly For Dogs (And Children)

Toxic Beauty – The Sago Palm Is Deadly For Dogs (And Children)

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsThe Sago palm is a very popular landscaping plant that is in widspread use. Not a true palm, but a Cycad, it is very hardy and can withstand temperatures from 15 dgrees F all the way to 110 degrees F. According to the USDA, the sago palm can be grown in zones 9 to 11 in the United States, and they are commonly used in these areas and are somtimes also grown in pots.A Hidden DangerThese low growing ornamentals are also commonly used in hotel landscaping, even in pet friendly establishments! But in spite of it’s beauty and…
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May
14
2022
By Ellen Britt
How To Make Your Dog’s Paw Print Safely

How To Make Your Dog’s Paw Print Safely

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsWe’ve talked about getting a nose print of your dog in a previous post. But let’s not forget paw prints! Dog owners have a variety of reasons for desiring a paw print of their dog, from making a pillow with their dog’s paw print on it to getting a tattoo to memorialize their canine companion. A Note Of CautionWhatever the reason, you first have to figure out how to get that print. With this project, it’s good to have a helper, preferably someone the dog knows well and in whose presence he is comfortable and relaxed.It goes without…
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May
13
2022
By Ellen Britt
Has Your Dog Stopped Barking? Reasons To Be Concerned

Has Your Dog Stopped Barking? Reasons To Be Concerned

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsDogs bark for various reasons, from boredom, because they want attention or they might be fearful or excited. Some dogs, due to their breed, don’t bark as much as others. For example, Basenjis are very quiet tempered and almost never bark. This doesn’t mean they are completely silent, and they will howl or whine on occasion, but are usually just not very vocal.Possible ReasonsIf you have a dog that usually barks from time to time and he suddenly stops, there might be a reason to be concerned. Sometimes, dogs who have just been brought into a…
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May
13
2022
By Ellen Britt
How To Safely Make A Print Of Your Dog’s Nose

How To Safely Make A Print Of Your Dog’s Nose

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftips We all know that human fingerprints are unique. So much so, that human fingerprints left behind at crime scenes are used as evidence in court to convict people of crimes. But what about dogs? Of course dogs don’t have fingers. But they do have distinct patterns on their noses that correspond to our fingerprints in that they are unique to each individual canine. In fact, the Canadian Kennel Club has been accepting canine nose prints as proof of a dog’s identity since 1938. A Wonderful Keepsake But even if you don’t want to have your…
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