New-Dog Checklists

If you’re thinking of adopting a new dog or you just did, you probably have lots of questions. Here you’ll find advice to help you through the challenging first days.

think before you give dogs like this as holiday gifts New-Dog Checklists
8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before you Bring Home a New Holiday Pet
If you are contemplating adopting a dog or cat for yourself or a loved one this holiday season, be sure to prevent your excitement from clouding your better judgment.
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Surprising Do's and Don'ts for Pet Tags New-Dog Checklists
Surprising Do's and Don'ts for Pet Tags
Getting a new pet is exciting and picking out their collar is sometimes even more exciting. But what should you put on their identification tags? The answer will surprise you.
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3 Ways To Do Your Pet Right
As our pets can’t “speak,” we have to be their pet advocate, both as a veterinarian and as a pet owner.
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Choosing the Right Dog
Picking the perfect dog can be a challenge, Dr.
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Think Carefully Before You Give Pets as Gifts New-Dog Checklists
Think Carefully Before You Give Pets as Gifts
The number of "gifted pets" kept may surprise you, but never give a pet as a gift without thinking it through thoroughly.
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Dr. Ernie's Top Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Puppy New-Dog Checklists
Dr. Ernie's Top Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Puppy
To help you and your new bundle of bliss establish a lifetime of healthy habits, I’ve assembled my top reasons a puppy’s best friend is your family veterinarian.
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Pet Stores, Puppy Mills and Responsible Dog Adoption New-Dog Checklists
Pet Stores, Puppy Mills and Responsible Dog Adoption

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Ten Common Dog Insurance Myths New-Dog Checklists
Ten Common Dog Insurance Myths
Dog insurance is dismissed by a staggering number of US households, but the fact is this safety net saves lives. Learn why pet insurance is often misunderstood.
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7 Truths about Dog Expenses New-Dog Checklists
7 Truths about Dog Expenses
Dogs are amazing companions but are also major financial responsibilities. If you're considering adoption read this article first to prepare yourself.
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Getting a Second Dog New-Dog Checklists
Getting a Second Dog
When you bring a new dog home you're changing a lot more than you might realize. Learn what tensions a second dog can bring to your home and how to keep all of your dogs well behaved during the transition.
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