Articles tagged:dogs

Posted: Fri May 25 2:30 p.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Dog bites are preventable if you understand the causes of them, and know how to stay safe

A frequent conversation that I have with someone who contacts me for the first time to care for their pet involves a lot of dialogue about their dog's behavior, and the better part of it is on the caller's part. "My dog has been labeled as aggressive toward members of ...

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Posted: Fri May 25 5:55 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Pet Photo Friday: First big outings, comfy cats and more

We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: people are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as we see at the end of each week, they like to show off their cute ...

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Posted: Mon May 21 10:50 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Michigan-based trainer teaches dogs to hone their instincts with Nose Work

The landscape of sharing life with a dog today is very different than it used to be. We’re understanding more about behavior, the needs of a canine and how to give them the best life possible. Dog activities are a big part of what families are involved in these days, ...

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Posted: Sun May 20 10:15 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Diamond adds batches of adult dog formula to ever-growing list of recalled pet foods

It all started in early April: Three separate recalls issued for specific brands of dog food made by Diamond Pet Foods that did test positive for Salmonella. It was the first of several, in fact. Statements released by the company continued to stream through the following weeks — typically on ...

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Posted: Fri May 18 5:47 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Pet Photo Friday: Cozy cats and a relaxed Chihuahua

We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: People are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as we see at the end of each week, they like to show off their cute ...

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Posted: Wed May 16 3:30 p.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
FDA releases findings of investigation into Diamond pet food recall

A pet food recall that has had consumers buzzing in recent weeks because of its breadth prompted the Food and Drug Administration to conduct an investigation of the plant that all of the food was produced. Diamond Pet Foods' plant, which produces pet food for several companies including Wellness, Kirkland, ...

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Posted: Wed May 16 5:59 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Pet Photo Friday is almost here - find out this week's theme!

As you'll see on any given week, pets are a big part of so many area resident's lives. We can tell this not just from the photos that are sent in each week for our weekly slideshow, but in the interaction that takes place in the comments section and ideas ...

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Posted: Tue May 15 noon by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Dog parks are an excellent option, but an inherent responsibility comes with using them

The nice weather here in Michigan never seems to last long enough, and for that reason, we all want to get outdoors as much as we can. With that premise in mind, those of us with dogs find any opportunity that we can to get them outside, especially if there ...

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Posted: Mon May 14 10:22 a.m. by Julia Levitt AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Dogs as mirrors of ourselves: Owner's calm attitude helps reduce anxiety for canines in unfamiliar public situations

People come to dog class for many different reasons. During the first class, everyone is nervous, and this strongly affects our dogs. Dogs don’t understand the tension coming from the other end of their leash, but they react to it in a variety of ways. Some dogs bark, some whine from ...

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Posted: Fri May 11 1:58 p.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Pet Photo Friday: Fun-loving, curious and beloved pets

We invite our readers to interact here on the pets section any chance we get, and one thing is evident: People are passionate about their companion animals, no matter what breed they are. And as we see at the end of each week, they like to show off their cute ...

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Posted: Fri May 11 9:38 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
USDA proposes change to regulate Internet sales of pets, could impact puppy mills

The existence of puppy mills has come out into the open in recent months because of more awareness about their practices and the plight of dogs that they produce. Many of the pets that are the product of puppy mills are in many cases seriously ill, and the ramifications clearly go beyond ...

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Posted: Wed May 9 7:40 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Researchers get a glimpse into the canine brain in hopes to better understand dogs, humans

In working with dogs everyday, a lot of my time is spent trying to figure out what these creatures are thinking, what will make them happy or what will motivate them. I think that a lot of you who share time with pets can relate. Most of the time, it ...

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Posted: Tue May 8 10:28 a.m. by Julia Levitt AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Confident non-verbal behavior helps you establish yourself as pack leader for your dog

I saw a client, Michelle, transform in to a pack leader before my eyes: confident calm and assertive. Michelle and her partner, Christie, had planned for their new St. Bernard puppy for two years. As Christie explains it: "We always loved the giant breeds, but we found with limited space ...

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Posted: Mon May 7 8:07 a.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Sleepy Golden Retriever puppy tries to stay awake

On this rainy Monday, it can feel like a daunting task to get motivated and stay that way. It's not clear what time of day this funny video was taken, but one thing is certain: This little guy is tired! Golden Retriever puppies are notoriously cute, and this young fella ...

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Posted: Fri May 4 10:05 p.m. by Lorrie Shaw AnnArbor.com Community Contributor
Recall of pet food expands to several brands including Taste of the Wild

Information regarding additional dog food brands has been updated. The wake of Diamond Pet Foods' troubles is increasing by the week, it seems, because of Salmonella contamination, and today brought the inclusion of more brands in yet another voluntary recall. The company, in a statement on their website, noted the ...

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