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Signs of dogs overheating & how to treat heat exhaustion

As the temperature rises, so do the risks of dogs overheating and experiencing heat exhaustion. Dog owners of Southern California have to be extra cautious during the summer months to keep dogs cool and happy. Whether your dog has...

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How home life affects dog’s behavior at daycare

Although it might seem strange, your home life affects your dog's behavior. And we see this play out every day among our Fitdog Members. For example, one of our regular Members was not his usual, cheerful self. He...

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Health & Wellness

Dogs can catch colds, too.

Find out how to be a proactive pet parent during illness outbreaks. A recent canine flu outbreak in Chicago has infected 1,500 dogs with influenza, killing six dogs and leading to the closure of two shelters and one daycare....

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Health & Wellness

6 Kennel Cough Facts Every Pet Parent Should Know

Kennel cough, is a common respiratory disease in dogs and is transmitted dog to dog through airborne droplets.  Despite being so common, we find that many pet parents really don't understand what it is or how to prevent...

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How will your alpha dog fit in at dog daycare?

Want to know if your alpha dog likes daycare? Alphas have particular personalities that sometimes intimidate other dogs. Meaning that sometimes, daycare is not the best activity for them. But in other cases, alpha dogs can lead the...

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