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Shelly Graves

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Shelly lives in Iowa with her husband and Australian Shepherd named Tex. She's been an animal lover since she was a child. Currently, she enjoys reading and writing about dogs, and spending time with her family and getting involved in all things pets.

13 Best Gifts for Veterinarians For Holidays In 2024

A veterinarian is absolutely important for our pet’s health and well-being. And not to mention our own peace of mind as well when our...

Dog Eating Sticks: Why and What to Do

Of course, we've all seen our dog with a stick in it's mouth; dogs love to play and fetch a stick. Many dogs will often...

What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

Dogs are highly active animals, and their skeleton and muscles are subject to considerable stress. Not to be confused with a strain. A strain is a...

7 Reasons Why Your Dog’s Stomach is Hard

When your dog’s stomach is hard, hopefully, they just ate too much or drank water too fast. But you don't want to wait to find...

My Dog Has Swollen Face: 7 Reasons Why and What You...

If your dog has swollen face, there's an underlying cause that you need to determine. Only then can you know if you should panic or...

Dog Pee Killing Grass? How To Stop Dog Urine From Killing...

Dog pee can be a real problem for lawns. In fact, dog urine can kill the grass. Why Does Dog Pee Kill Grass? Because dog pee...

5 Ways to Deal With a Spider Bite on a Dog

According to Britannica, there are more than 43,000 different species of spiders found in the world. You notice a spider bite on a dog....

Dog Pajamas: What’s the Purpose and Does Your Pet Need Them?

For many pet owners, our dogs are our babies. Along with feeding, taking them out to use the bathroom, and scheduling veterinary appointments, our...

11 Dog-Friendly Backyard Ideas on a Budget

A dream backyard for the dog isn’t about you concocting weird and crazy expensive playgrounds; it’s about working towards addressing the needs and wants...

17 Reasons Why Keeping Dogs Outside in Winter Is a Bad...

There is nothing wrong with letting your dog enjoy the outdoors and even sleep when you know they can handle it. And it's better if the...

Is Cinnamon Bad for Dogs? Uses, Benefits and Side Effects

We know cinnamon has health benefits for people, but have you ever wondered if it’s safe for your dog to chew on a cinnamon...

10 Most Addictive Online Free Dog Games

When you can't get enough dogs in real life, what's better than to play with them in online games? There are a number of online...

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KEY TAKEAWAYS: - There are different reasons why your dog is scared of you. It could be their past traumatic experiences, frequent accidents, they are...