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Samantha Randall

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Samantha’s biggest passion in life is spending time with her Boxer dogs. After she rescued her first Boxer in 2004, Samantha fell in love with the breed and has continued to rescue three other Boxers since then. She enjoys hiking and swimming with her Boxers, Maddie and Chloe.

Review: TriDerma Intense Fast Healing Cream for Dogs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frK36uVC43k Hot spots and dry skin are a plague that affects a lot of pet parents. A lot of owners think that the only way...

‘Tis the Season for Dog Boots

Winter is fast approaching. The temperatures outside are dropping and the snow will be flying before we know it. It’s up to you to...

Supporting Animal Welfare Groups Just Got Easier

Supporting animal welfare organizations usually takes time and money. Unfortunately, not many of us have the time required to commit to volunteering. The extra...

Farm-to-Table Dog Food is Now Available

Health food trends are constantly changing in the human world, and they are leaching over into the pet food industry as well. We’re beginning...

Are Dog Travel Crates As Safe As You Think They Are?

With the holidays fast approaching, it is time to start thinking about your pet’s safety while he’s in the car. Many families hit the...

Sunday’s Recap: Heartworm Prevention in Dogs

Last week my column was about buying pet store puppies and all the dangers that come with it. The reason so many pet store puppies...

Interview: How to Write A Book About Dogs

Recently I read and reviewed the book Buster: The Military Dog That Saved a Thousand Lives. It's an easy-to-read book that tells the story of Buster,...

The Pet Community Needs More Organizations Like This One

When you think of pet charities helping animals in need, you probably picture a puppy mill with a sad Sarah McLachlan song playing in...

How Long Are Dogs Pregnant? A Guide to Dog Pregnancy Length

https://youtu.be/JwsVTghmgfE Maybe you're just curious, or perhaps you have a pregnant dog, and you don't know what to expect. No matter the reason, it's important to...

Dogs Crave This Type of Water

Providing your dog with fresh water is a necessity, but getting him to drink enough of it can sometimes be a challenge. Would you...

Let’s Talk: Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Dogs

Thanksgiving is only a week away. Last week I gave some pointers for traveling with your dog on Thanksgiving, and this week I'd like...

High-End Dog Food Is Fit for Human Consumption

The nutritional value of dog food has been under a lot of scrutiny lately. Pet parents are pushing for tighter quality control standards on...

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