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Patrick Lumontod

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Patrick has been a long-time dog adopter and currently lives with his two dogs - Tarzan and Loki - in Brooklyn, NY. He is a certified dog trainer, writer on all things dogs, animal shelter volunteer, freelancer researcher of animal sciences and aspiring author.

Schnoodle Dog Breed Profile

Besides having a cool name, the Schnoodle dog breed is a designer pooch. They are a fun breed that is the chosen pet of celebrities,...

Catahoula Leopard Dog Profile

This unique breed is active, and is best fit for an owner that enjoys bringing their dog along for adventures in the great outdoors....

Treeing Walker Coonhound Dog Breed Profile

Called the people’s choice among coonhounds, the Treeing Walker Coonhound dog combines the best qualities of many coonhound breeds. They are very alert, have...

Redbone Coonhound Dog Profile

The Redbone Coonhound Dog, otherwise known as Reds, are purebred dogs that are originally from the United States. Reds are classified as hounds, and...

What You Must Know Before Adopting a Working Dog

As a potential dog owner, it can be very confusing when trying to match a specific dog breed with your lifestyle. This especially true...

Health of Purebred Dogs vs. Mutts: Which Dogs Are Healthier?

A common question among potential dog owners is whether there is a difference in the health between pure breed and mixed breed dogs. It...

How to Train an Urban Dog: Tricks to Turn Regular Walks...

Everyone knows that a happy, healthy and engaged dog makes for the best companion. In today’s urban, modern world it can be hard to...

Which Dog Toys Do Veterinarians Recommend?

Not all dog toys are created equal. In fact, some toys for dogs can actually be dangerous for them to play with and chew...

7 Reasons NOT to Feed Your Dog Raw Dog Food

In recent years, the trend of feeding raw diets to dogs has been on the rise. With that rising trend comes rising controversy over...

How to Train a Dog to Be an Apartment Guard Dog

When most people go out to get a dog for themselves, their biggest requirement is a companion they can live with and a protector...

Top 5 Best Leather Dog Collars for Big Dogs

It can be difficult to find the right dog collar for your pooch with so many on the market. There are a number of factors to...

15 Vital Safety Tips for Training Dogs with Shock Collars

An electronic dog collar is a dog training device, also known as dog shock collar, that delivers a small electric shock when the trainer presses...

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