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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.

The Best Fly Repellents for Dogs

Every dog owner understands how important it is for their dog to spend time exploring the great outdoors. Flies, in particular, are an especially persistent...

The Best Orthopedic Dog Beds

Some pet owners think that any soft material can make for a satisfactory dog bed, but substandard bedding can actually do damage to your...

6 Tips on Using Over the Counter Dog Anxiety Medication

Want to learn about over the counter dog anxiety medication? Dealing with an anxious dog is normal for almost every pet owner. Whether it's separation anxiety,...

10 Surprisingly Dangerous Dog Breeds if Not Trained Properly

When shopping around for a new pet, it is only natural to avoid dangerous dog breeds. Even if you are not looking for a new...

Dog Wart Removal: Step-by-Step Guide

Warts in dogs are also known as canine viral papillomas or canine viral papillomatoses. This is a relatively common occurrence in young pups. The immune system...

My Dog Has Bloody Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment

There are many potential causes for bloody diarrhea in dogs, and your vet is the only one that can diagnose the reason and suggest...

My Dog is Stretching a Lot: What It Means and What...

You’ve probably seen your dog stretching pretty regularly over the years. Sometimes they do it before or after taking a nap or when they’re letting...

Dog Grooming Prices: How Much to Groom a Dog in Salons?

There are many different places to get dogs groomed, from independent businesses to nationwide companies. Each pet groomer will charge differently for their services, but...

41 Most Quiet Dog Breeds for Apartments [Updated]

Ever considered adopting quiet dog breeds for your apartment? Then hooman, you are contemplating the right thing. The truth is, complaints about barking dogs topped the...

Dog Breathing Problems: 3 Types and Treatments

Warm temperatures can trigger dog breathing problems. But did you notice your Fidos breathing unusually all the time? In this article, we'll cover what factors can...

Most Common Dog Breeds Prone to Seizures

The short answer is yes, dogs can have seizures. But it is important to know how dogs can have seizures and why. Seizures are...

Blue-Eyed Beauties: 11 Blue-Eyed Dog Breeds

[toc[ Is it a rarity? Or the stark contrast to typical brown eyes? Whatever the reason, blue eyes on a dog’s face captivate us. If...

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