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Music festival season is finally here! And you know what that means: all the ‘Gram-worthy garb. Whether you’re heading to a dog-friendly music festival or just want to get your pup in on the fashion fun, we created a guide to selecting the most on-trend and stylish music festival-inspired outfits for dogs. And to get the scoop on what styles are trending this year, we spoke with fashionista and dog mom Holly Barzyk, a Washington, D.C.-based public relations pro who was named one of Washingtonian magazine’s Style Setters. Ahead, Barzyk’s identified five popular fashion trends, including some classic ones, that we can expect to see–and, for some trends, have already seen–on festival grounds this year. And more importantly, they’re all trends your pup can easily pull off, too.

It’s a simple concept, but rather than a whole diet change, why not try including some more healthy fruits and veggies into your pet’s current diet? Adding lightly-cooked or pureed vegetables—like broccoli, cauliflower and mushrooms—to your pet’s diet can help ward off diseases such as cancer, Morgan says. Fresh fruits and vegetables — except grapes, raisins and onions, which are toxic — make wonderful treats and snacks, too, Morgan adds. So, instead of feeding your pup a store-bought treat, reach for a piece of melon, apple, pear, cucumber or banana instead. “Your pet might even like frozen blueberries or green beans,” Morgan says. “Why not make treat time healthy?”,Most people have considered different ways to update their own diets from time to time (juice fad, anyone?) — but what they may not have considered is that their pets could likely use a diet revamp every now and then, as well. For example, older pets may benefit from diets higher in omega-3s (which support joint, heart and brain health in aging pets) while pets with dry, flaky skin can benefit from fish-based diets, says Judy Morgan, DVM. Additionally, she says that pets with chronic disease (like diabetes, kidney disease or bladder stones) will likely benefit from a modified diet to address and help with those issues. “In other words, if your pet is surviving, but not thriving, it’s probably time for a change,” she adds. Other signs your pet might benefit from a diet tune-up include the lack of a lustrous coat, issues with or disinterest in food and weight loss or weight gain, says Stephanie Liff, DVM, of Pure Paws Veterinary Clinic. It’s important to keep your veterinarian involved in any conversation about diet, says Liff, but once you’ve done so, be aware that a diet change could be forthcoming. Your vet will likely have suggestions based specifically on your own pet’s needs —unbalanced diets can be dangerous and could even contribute to long-term health problems, says Morgan — but the following are a few common ways to revamp your pet’s diet:

WRITTEN BYAja Senestraro, DVM Veterinarian Dr. Aja Senestraro is a holistic veterinarian based in Seattle, Washington. As the founder of Sea to Sky Holistic Vet she is privileged to…,Is there really such thing as a blood transfusion for dogs? Yes, dogs suffering from severe blood loss or blood diseases can receive blood transfusions from another healthy dog to help them recover. But matching them up is a little more involved since there are dog blood types than in people, and the types are more complex. Here’s everything you need to know about dog blood types and how dog blood transfusions and donations work. Do Dogs Have Different Blood Types?  Yes, they do. In fact, over a dozen different dog blood types have been found so far, and we’ll probably continue to find more types with more research. Blood types in dogs are genetic with complex inheritance patterns. Each blood group is inherited independently, which means that a dog could have any combination of the 12+ blood groups. This creates variability in which blood types are most common depending on geographic area and breed. Even though there are many dog blood types and possible combinations, the one called “dog erythrocyte antigen 1” (DEA 1) is the most medically important. Some dogs are negative for DEA 1, but if they’re positive, they can have one of two forms—DEA 1.1 or DEA 1.2.   

Have you ever been relaxing with a good book or show, only to be startled by your sleeping dog suddenly barking, howling, twitching, and/or “running” in their sleep? If so, you’re not alone—these are common canine behaviors. Why Is My Dog Barking in Their Sleep? The most common reason dogs bark in their sleep is simple: they’re dreaming! Dogs go through very similar stages of sleep as people. When they first settle down to sleep, they will be relaxed and aware for about 10 minutes before entering a light sleep. During this period, their body temperature lowers, their heart rate drops, and their eyes may even be only partially closed. Eventually, they enter a period called non-REM sleep, which is when the body repairs cells and builds muscles and bone. As they sleep, just like people, dogs shift between non-REM sleep and REM “rapid eye movement” sleep. Dreaming usually occurs during REM. This period is also associated with sleepwalking and motion, including dogs “running” and barking in their sleep. Your dog may be dreaming about catching a ball in the park, playing with the dog next door, or even taunting the cat. While some dogs are active sleepers, there are differences between individuals and even breeds. Small dog breeds alternate between non-REM and REM sleep more frequently than larger breeds, so they tend to have more dreams and may bark more. According to Stanley Coren, a professor emeritus of psychology at the University of British Columbia and the author of Do Dogs Dream? Nearly Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know, large breed dogs follow human cycles, going into REM sleep roughly every 90 minutes, whereas small breeds might go into REM as often as every 10 minutes. For the most part, dogs barking and moving in their sleep is completely normal. However, if this is a new behavior, or it seems to be happening more, mention it to your vet to rule out any underlying issues.

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Envisioning a cuddlefest between your furbaby and newborn baby is dreamy, but in reality, it’s not safe. Dogs with newborns are unpredictable, and rushing an interaction creates more anxiety for even the most family-friendly dog and parents, who are trying to adapt to a new lifestyle with loud sounds, pungent smells, hormonal fluctuations—and very limited sleep. That doesn’t mean your babies won’t be rock-solid cuddle buddies, long-term. The first step to a successful child-dog relationship is preparing your dog far in advance for the baby’s arrival. Don’t know where to start? Our experts walk you through how to prep your pup and maintain safe and positive interactions during those first few months of parenting.

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For some pet parents, not even a pup’s most adorable “Pleeeaaase?!” look can excite them about walking their dog in winter. Let’s be honest: Chilly winds and icy sidewalks just plain suck. And for some dogs, going for a walk in cold weather can be miserable for them, too. But it doesn’t have to be all that bad! With a little preparation, walking your dog in winter weather can be enjoyable (or at least bearable).

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While dog and cats can suffer from some of the same maladies, certain health issues are more common to each. “Dogs more frequently experience skin disorders, trauma, parasites (fleas and ticks), pancreatitis and lymphoma,” says Dr. Jeffrey Levy, a Manhattan-based veterinarian and certified veterinary acupuncturist. “In cats, we see many cases of inflammatory bowel disease, food allergies, asthma, diabetes, immune deficiency and feline leukemia.” Dogs are also more likely to suffer from arthritis and other mobility impairments. “Cats can, of course, injure themselves, but are naturally cautious and less likely to develop wear and tear on their joints,” Levy adds.,Dogs and cats are different in more ways than the obvious, from their behavior and social interactions to their metabolisms and physical traits. As a result, there are a number of instances in which they need to be treated differently from each other, including daily care and in emergency situations. Here are some basic differences between cats and dogs and how they should be handled according to species: