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Could compulsory DNA ‘poo-profiling’ banish dog mess from our parks and streets? And should it?

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Posted on November 3, 2011 by Petplan
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There’s no doubt about it, dog mess is an everyday feature of urban life, with a small minority of dog owners making a health hazard of our streets, gutters and children’s playgrounds. But how do you solve a problem like this? Over in the USA, one company is pioneering a hi-tech but politically charged solution: compulsory DNA poo-profiling. Read more >

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Does your dog eat poo? Here’s what to do!

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Posted on February 21, 2011 by Petplan

Q: I have a two-year-old Labrador that eats other dogs’ poo! He searches for it as soon as he is off the lead and ends up throwing up at home. What can I do?

A: The habit you describe is quite common and is called coprophagia. In addition, you have a Labrador – and Labs tend to eat anything! To stop him from doing it, keep him occupied Read more >

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