Health & Nutrition

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When Bobbe Carney holds an 8-week-old Small Munsterlander puppy in her hands, much of what she sees and feels in…»

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When you’re starting over, there is no better partner than a good retriever. Recently, I had the pleasure of hunting…»

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There has been a collective shift among sporting dog owners as far as canine nutrition is concerned. Pursuit-, condition-, and…»

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Most of us who own bird dogs also own a truck to haul them around in. But dogs left to…»

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Bart is a handsome vizsla, red and sinewy with a proud carriage and docile eyes. He is much like any…»

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A bird dog can put in a long, tough day. By the end of a hunt, he may be squinting…»

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The Banfield Pet Hospital in Portland, Ore., the world’s largest veterinary practice, just released its State of Pet Health report,…»

Water on the outside of a dog is a key factor in avoiding heat stress because a wet canine is usually a cool canine. Thoroughly soak the fur and rub water into and through the coat to ensure skin contact. For dogs on the edge of heat stress, pour water on its tongue (especially if the dog won’t or can’t drink), ears, throat, belly, groin, and back.

1. Always carry plenty of dog water in your vehicle and in your hunting vest, no matter what the apparent…»

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Managing gun dog parasites is an ongoing battle, and a critical one

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Although Outdoor Safety isn’t the first company to sell canine first aid kits, their six complete kits are more extensive than any other offerings I’ve seen.

Also, can early training cause lameness?

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An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

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Can anything be done to prevent the development of cancer?

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As we demand more of our dogs during hunting season, their nutritional needs increase, too.

Plus, should you feed your gun dog a raw-food diet.

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In a serious deviation from the age- and weight-based approach of other dog food companies…

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By Tony Peterson Sporting dogs certainly appreciate variety in their diet, and Purina’s Pro Plan Shredded Blend offers up a…»

Plus, a puzzling case of muscle pain.

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By Staff Report With the hunting season rapidly approaching, make sure your dog has the extra edge he’ll need with…»

Plus, Dr. Tom has another new pup.

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Humans aren’t the only ones at risk. Be prepared to protect your dog!

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By Staff Report When Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever took on Kent’s Native dog food as a national sponsor, you…»

By Joel Vance It’s called “beggar’s tick,” among the more charitable names. What you call it when your long-haired setter…»

By Tom Holcomb, ,DVM A well-planned immunization, feeding and training regimen is critical.The arrival of a new puppy is a…»

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These off-season projects will keep you busy — and benefit your dog.