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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.

What to Do If My Dog Was Bit?

When your own dog is attacked by another, it can be a scary moment. The flurry of teeth, fur, growling, and yelps creates an...

15 Things to Do Before Booking a Dog Hotel

When you're traveling and can't take your dog with you, booking a room at a dog hotel may be the best choice. Dog hotel...

5 Proven Signs of Dog Abuse

Despite the fact that FBI labeled animal abuse a major problem worldwide, little is known about how to determine whether a dog has been...

10 Serious Dog Behavior Problems and How to Deal With Them

Common dog behavior problems are the main reason why owners give up on their pets back to shelters. Knowing what type of behavioral issues...

15 Facts About Fear Aggression in Dogs

While some breeds are more aggressive than others, certain instincts exist in all canines. So even though most dogs are affectionate and loving to...

8 Ways to Encourage a Lazy Dog to Exercise

Generally, dogs need anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours of daily exercise. Some large breeds, athletic/active breeds and working dogs will usually need...

How to Do CPR On a Dog

Doing CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is something we’ve all seen performed many times in movies and TV, but it's actually harder than it looks. When...

11 Most Popular Dog Sports

If you have an active dog on your hands, there are plenty of dog sports to consider that can help to burn off some...

11 Things Dog Trainers Wish Owners Knew

Dog trainers cringe when they see how some people intentionally or unintentionally treat their canine companions. Don't become one of those people a dog...

12 Safety Tips for Camping with Dogs

There is nothing better than enjoying time in the great outdoors. Fresh air, peaceful silence and the smells of nature make camping a relaxing...

10 Ways to Treat Separation Anxiety in Dogs

Living with a dog that has a problem with separation anxiety can be challenging. It is not rare that dogs develop destructive behavior and even...

8 Coolest Dog Tricks That You Haven’t Tried

Have you gone through all the basic dog training and feeling a little adventurous? Want to teach a dog some some fun, advanced and...

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