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Pet Owners Get More Apps to Help Understand Their Dogs

A company called DogStar Life has created a new pet app for our phones that tells us how our dogs are feeling. How does...

What Drives People to Poison Dogs?

Greater Manchester in Northern England has seen several cases of poisoning during the summer. A common theme has been bags of chicken being mixed...

10 Tips for Picking Out the Right Extra Large Dog Crate

Having a giant dog is fun, but it can also get a little crazy sometimes, especially when it comes to picking out dog products...

Respect Your Fido: Humane Dog Training Equipment

It is reported that in 1789, King Frederick II of Prussia was the first to refer to dogs as “man’s best friend.” In this...

Do Pet Parents Need a Dog Grooming Table at Home

As pet parents, part of our job is grooming. How we live up to that responsibility is up to us. Instead of grooming our...

7 Types of Dog Supplies to Buy in Bulk

There are many benefits to being a smart shopper, especially one who shops in bulk for dog needs. Knowing the best things to buy in...

Recall Command Basics and How to Teach It To Your Dog

There is nothing more rewarding than training your dog. Well, perhaps there are some things, but training’s way up there on the list. Although...

How to Use Shock Collars in a Humane Fashion

Training collars are known by several names — shock collars, remote training collars, electronic dog collars, e-collars — and they are the subject of...

Top 10 Best Dog Foods for Adult Dogs

As doggy moms and dads, we know how important what we feed our dog is. Picking the best dog foods for adult dogs that...

How to Get Your Dog to Love Bathing

Bath time! Just the phrase can strike fear in the heart of a pet owner. However, grooming and bathing your dog is part of...

Dog Abuse: Let’s Fix This, One Dog At a Time

Animal abuse is one of the most heartbreaking things in the world, and dogs are the most common victims of animal cruelty. The Humane...

How Owners Lose Their Dogs’ Trust

A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. ~ Henry Wheeler Shaw Shaw was right. Dogs are...

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