Feb 23 2016

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Methods can help take the fear of vet visits for pets

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Many animal lovers across the nation know exactly who Dr. Marty Becker, DVM, is. An author of more than 20 pet-related books, the resident veterinary contributor on “Good Morning America” for 17 years, the chief veterinary correspondent on Animal Radio and, well, I could go on and on. Becker has spent his life caring for pets and their people. Read More

Jan 26 2016

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Puppy Chewing: Why It Happens and How to Manage It

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Puppy chewing is a completely natural behavior, but it can quickly become frustrating or destructive for new dog owners. From teething discomfort to curiosity and boredom, puppies use chewing as a way to explore their world and relieve stress. Understanding why puppy chewing happens is the first step to managing it in a healthy, positive way.
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Dec 29 2015

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Sports Help Dog, Owner Develop Strong Bonds

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

One of the smartest things I ever did was to get into dog sports. I’m naturally a competitive person, so that was a draw, but mostly it was about developing a strong bond with my dog through lots of training and practice, and being around people who were just as crazy about dogs as I was. When I started decades ago (I won’t reveal how many!), dog sports were open only to registered pure-bred dogs; now most are open to mixed breeds as well. Read More

Nov 24 2015

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Celebrating Thanksgiving with your dog and family

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and perhaps your relatives have already invaded – er – arrived. I have always been an animal lover, but it is by no means a family trait. So with family members sharing your household with your dogs this holiday season, how best to integrate them both? Here are a few ideas: Read More

Oct 25 2015

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Have a Halloween plan for your pets

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Halloween is just days away, and although this is primarily a holiday focused on the children of the family, it would behoove you to have a plan for your furry child as well. Read More

Sep 29 2015

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Tricks For Dogs That Are Recuperating

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

It’s been a long time since I needed to care for a dog recuperating from surgery, but that is currently the situation at my house. The wearing of an Elizabethan collar to prevent licking and chewing, and daily doses of a variety of medications remind me of a few tricks that I haven’t needed to utilize in a while. Read More

Aug 25 2015

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How Do Dogs Respond to Stimuli? Learned Behavior Explained

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Why is it that some everyday occurrences around the house cause our dogs to react wildly, but others are ignored? For example, anytime there is a knock at the door or a ring of the doorbell, your dogs probably go a little nuts, but flush the toilet for the fourth time during the day, and nobody moves. Read More

Jul 28 2015

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Some concepts to consider when training dogs to come when called

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Q: Can you give me some tips on teaching my shepherd mix Zeus to come when I call him? So far, what I’m doing isn’t working. – Thanks, Jose Read More

Jun 30 2015

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Use measures, even medication, to calm dogs during Fourth’s fireworks

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By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, many of us dog owners must begin to prepare for the inevitable: fireworks. The fact that our county and state are even allowing the sale of fireworks to the public during a severe drought is ridiculous, but alas, that is a topic for another column. Read More

May 26 2015

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Those of us in the dog-owning community have a responsibility

By topnotch | Talking Dog Column

By Lisa Moore – columns@modbee.com

Last month’s column prompted numerous comments and questions from readers, mostly about dog etiquette in public. Aside from common sense, being your dog’s advocate and keeping her out of danger, here are a few of my favorite practices: Read More

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Methods can help take the fear of vet visits for pets

Puppy Chewing: Why It Happens and How to Manage It

Sports Help Dog, Owner Develop Strong Bonds

Celebrating Thanksgiving with your dog and family

Have a Halloween plan for your pets

Tricks For Dogs That Are Recuperating

How Do Dogs Respond to Stimuli? Learned Behavior Explained

Some concepts to consider when training dogs to come when called

Use measures, even medication, to calm dogs during Fourth’s fireworks

Those of us in the dog-owning community have a responsibility

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