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  May 14, 2020

  Miss Muttly Manners: Leash & Dog Park Etiquette

  There is always that one dog at the park who is a little too much...they are either aggressive, bullying, or jumping up on everyone and every dog there; you know the one. Unfortunately, when that one is your very own four-legged, it can be discouraging for you and annoying for everyone else.

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  April 9, 2020

  What Could Possibly Explain the Phenomenon of Corn Chip Paws?

  Whether it’s their odd behaviors or questionable manners, dogs do some pretty weird stuff. In the case of “Frito Feet,” some dogs emit an unmistakable corn chip odor from their paw pads that can be incredibly off-putting. Don’t worry: it’s perfectly normal.

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  March 14, 2020

  Pet Poisoning Dangers Lurk Where You Least Expect Them

  Making sure leftover food is put away, the garbage can is closed, and antifreeze spills are cleaned up are no-brainers, but securing the contents of the medicine cabinet is just as important.

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  February 13, 2020

  Why Home Pet Dental Care Is So Important

  Many pet owners think doggy or kitty breath is normal, but in fact it’s an early hallmark of periodontal disease. Once you notice your pet’s bad breath, dental disease is likely a foregone conclusion.

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• January 16, 2020

  Advantage Veterinary Center's Top Blogs of 2019

  Nothing causes us to mark the passage of time more than the beginning of a new year. Although 2019 had its ups and downs, all in all we couldn’t be more grateful for the time we've been given.

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  December 12, 2019

  Pets As Presents: To Gift or Not to Gift

  The holidays are upon us, and you may be getting giddy at the idea of adopting a wonderful pet to give to the animal lover in your life. Before you steam ahead, take some time to reflect on making pets as presents a part of your holiday season.

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  November 14, 2019

  The Grief That Comes After the Loss of a Pet

  Interestingly – though not surprisingly for those of us who have experienced it – the scientific community is finding is that the loss of a pet is equal to that of human loss.

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