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Rachael Leanny

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Rachael is a writer living in Los Angeles and an alum of UNC Chapel Hill. She has been a pet owner since the age of three and began dog-walking in 2015. Her nine-year-old Pug and best pal, Ellie, is the queen of sassy faces, marathon naps, and begging.

Slipped Disc in Dogs: Causes and Treatment

The most common reason for the appearance of paralysis in dogs is the intervertebral disc herniation or so-called slipped disc in dogs. Like people,...

How to Feed a Pregnant Dog

During a healthy pregnancy, female dogs increase their weight by 20% to 25% (1). Therefore, nutrition during that period should be of high quality...

20 Signs of Stress in Dogs [Infographic]

For us, stress signs are essential because that's what helps us navigate and function in our daily lives. For dogs, on the other hand, there's...

20 Crazy Dog-Sitting Horror Stories

Using professional pet sitting or dog walking services or simply asking friends to take your pet for a few days is a good way...

How to Cook Eggs for Dogs

First of all, can dogs eat raw eggs? After all, in the past, didn’t dogs used to steal eggs from birds’ nests and eat...

10 Most Indestructible Dog Beds

If your dog is a chewer who keeps destroying all those dog beds you keep buying, it means regular brands are no good anymore....

Coronavirus and Finances: 7 Ways Pet Owners Can Save Money and...

The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic isn’t scary only for health reasons. With how much it costs to care for a dog and rising unemployment, many...

4 Tips on How Pet Owners Can Prepare for and Deal...

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is affecting people all across the globe. COVID-19 is a novel virus and there are still a lot of things...

13 Most Common Signs of Allergies in Dogs

Dog allergies are very common. The 2018 survey from Banfield Pet Hospital looked at the data from 2.5 million dogs. It showed that 0.2%...

12 Things Dog Owners Should Watch Out for in Spring

Winter is always viewed as the most problematic season for dogs and dog owners. However, as warm and awesome as spring is, it offers...

Dog Personality Test: Requirements and Testing Process

Dog personality tests are used by breeders, rescue organizations, and curious pet owners to help determine the dog’s general temperament towards both people and...

Dog Going Blind: How to Adjust and Help Your Blind Pet

If you suspect your dog is going blind, it's likely to be a difficult transition for you. However, remember that most dogs cope with this...

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