A shopping list in preparation for bringing home a newly adopted dog should include the following: a 20-foot leash, a crate or puppy pen, machine-washable bedding, water and food bowls, grooming tools and pet-specific cleaners for quick wipe-ups.
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Dogs that gorge on high-fat handouts, like those commonly slipped under the dinner table over the holidays, are at risk for developing:
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