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Ask Dr. Pawz: What is the best age to neuter a dog?

In this week's Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson explains the best age to neuter or spay a pet and how to prevent a cat from having accidents outside a litter box.

Tags: veterinarian, dogs, cats, neuter, Dr. Pawz, pets, Ask Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Va. dog trainer to appear on reality series 'Alpha Dogs'

Dog trainer Nick White, owner of Off-Leash K9 Training in Woodbridge, Va. was invited to train with Nat Geo Wild's new reality show "Alpha Dogs" next month.

Tags: dogs, training centers, marines, Secret Service, reality TV, National Geographic, military, Woodbridge, Va., Katy Nelson

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Rep. Campbell: Topics lawmakers won't fight over -- puppies and kittens

On a beautiful sunny Valentine's Day on Capitol Hill, the fur was flying, but not for the usual reasons.

Tags: Katy Nelson, Capitol Hill, Congressional Animal Protection Caucus, ASPCA, paws for love

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Ask Dr. Pawz: How to get a lazy, fat cat to lose weight?

In this week's Ask Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson shares what you can do to get your cat to lose weight and how to tell the age of an adopted pet.

Tags: pets, puppies, cats, dogs, veterinarian, diet, animal shelter, Washington Humane Society, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Dr. Pawz: Welcoming an adopted pet in your home

Dr. Pawz shares what owners can do to ensure an easy transition into a new home for pets adopted from shelters.

Tags: pets, dogs, cats, adoption, animal shelter, veterinarian, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Local cat swims her way slim

Holly, a local cat, is quickly gaining fame as the story of her watery weight loss plan makes waves online.

Tags: pets, pet health, Olde Towne Pet Resort, Katy Nelson, Holly, pet obesity

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The Reagan Building went to the dogs for 12th annual Sugar and Champagne Affair

The Washington Humane Society's 12th annual Sugar and Champagne Affair honored Humane Heroes, including Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, D.C. police officers Arthur Douglas, Jr. and John Carruthers, and WUSA9 reporter Matt Jablow.

Tags: Sugar and Champagne, pets, Washington Humane Society, dogs, Todd Gray, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Dr. Pawz: Questions to ask before adopting a pet

Anyone who has ever lost a pet has experienced the "I may not ever adopt again" phenomenon. But eventually, you might. Here are some questions to ask before you decide to bring a furry friend back into your house.

Tags: pets, dogs, adoption, animal shelter, veterinarian, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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How to protect your pets from road salt and de-icer

Walking pets outside on treated roads or sidewalks can create big problems. But there are things pet owners can do to to make winter a lot easier for their dogs and cats.

Tags: pets, Katy Nelson, road salt, de-icer

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Ask Dr. Pawz: Meat meal or tripe

WTOP's Dr. Pawz, an emergency vet in Alexandria, Va., answers pet questions from readers, including whether meat meal is better for your dog.

Tags: pets, dogs, pet food, dog food, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson, tripe

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