How to Prevent Hip Dysplasia in Dogs 

hip dysplasia in dogs

“Oh, my aching hip!” You might proclaim this after a night out dancing with friends or after a long run. Or, if you are approaching mid-life and perch in front of a computer all day, you could also have similar hip and joint issues. However, we never wish hip and joint pain on our four-legged […]

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A Guide to Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

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Hip Dysplasia in Dogs Dogs love their humans unconditionally. Have you ever been greeted by your canine companion after coming home from a day of rough work meetings? Ol’ Bruce will jump on your lap faster than you can loosen your tie and ditch your computer bag. What about the love a dog shows you […]

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Can Dogs Eat Human Food?

can dogs eat human food

Bella and Max aren’t just any dogs. They are your dogs, and they are part of the family. After all, they go to doggie day camp while you are at work, and their bedtime dictates the rest of the household’s bedtime, too.   Let’s face it: Bella and Max are basically your children. They get pup […]

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Can Dogs Eat Carrots? And Other Unanswered Canine Questions

can dogs eat carrots?

“What’s up, Doc?”   Recently, my daughter and I were watching a classic Looney Tunes show when Bugs Bunny said this while munching on a carrot. My daughter, a self-proclaimed 9-year-old comedian, gave her beloved Corgi a carrot and asked, “What’s up, dog?” In a moment of dog-mom panic, I thought, “Can dogs eat carrots?”   […]

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A Vitalize® Guide: Dog Parasites

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Dog Parasites Is your dog more sluggish than usual? Are they scratching up a storm? They may have parasites. These unwelcome freeloaders love turning our pups into their personal all-you-can-eat buffets. From sneaky worms to bloodsucking ticks, dog parasites can cause a range of issues, from mild discomfort to severe health problems, including life-threatening conditions.  […]

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A Vegan Diet for Dogs: Is it Worth It?  

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Vegan Diet for Dogs Many people treat their dogs like a four-legged, fur-covered child. That dog IS their fur baby and a part of the family. So, it should be no surprise that many humans who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet also provide a vegan diet for dogs in their lives. However, is this […]

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What’s in the Bag: A Canine Companion’s Guide to Dog Nutrition 

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Dog Nutrition Maybe your pup dines on freshly prepared chicken breast served from a silver platter. Maybe your dog loves to plunge head-first into a bowl of name-brand dog food. Or perhaps they get whatever table scraps “accidentally” fall to the floor. For as many puppy tummies exist, there are just as many dog nutrition […]

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My Dog is Eating Grass! Vitalize® Can Help 

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My Dog Is Eating Grass We all know (all too well, in fact) the struggle of pulling something your pup shouldn’t be eating out of their mouth. The practically Olympic-level feat is exhausting and frequently in vain! No dog owner wants to do it more than absolutely necessary. Naturally, the Vitalize Team deeply relates to […]

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Why is My Dog Eating Grass? 

why is my dog eating grass

Our pets have some peculiar habits. It would be nice if they could tell us exactly why they do what they are doing. However, there are definitely times when we don’t want to hear what that judgmental chihuahua has to say to us.   One practice we don’t want our dogs to get into the habit […]

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Critical Signs of Stress in Dogs 

critical signs of stress in dogs

Stress. What stress?! When it comes to our day-to-day, people are pretty accustomed to being stressed out, even if just a little bit. When it comes to our fur babies and four-legged best friends, though, we don’t want stress to even be a part of their vocabulary. The goal is that they have everything they […]

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