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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.

Can Dogs Have Sleep Apnea and What to Do About It?

Watching your pooch while he dreams is one of the most satisfying experiences in life. It’s just so adorable when they twitch their paws, make...

Best Places Single Dog-Owners to Meet a Better Half

Love is unpredictable and while opposites may attract in many ways when it comes to dogs, it’s important to find someone who’s just as...

8 Most Common Allergies In Dogs You Should be Aware of

It may seem odd, but allergies are more common than you think in our canine best friends. Rashes, excessive scratching, sneezing, runny eyes, shaking of...

9 Big Dog Breeds That Don’t Shed

Quite possibly, one of the first questions people ask when researching a dog breed is, “But does it shed?” While dogs that shed can make...

My Dog Has to Sleep Touching Me: Why and What to...

My dog has to sleep touching me. What does it mean? Many dogs like to curl up against their owners and sleep with them. This...

5 Best Air Purifiers for Dog Hair

According to statistics, around 68% of households in the US have a pet, with 90 million dogs in those households. That’s a lot of...

Best Things for Dogs to Chew On: Store Bought and Home...

AS PET OWNERS, knowing the best things for dogs to chew on is (arguably) equally important as learning what food they should eat. You probably...

4 Ways This Major Pet Supplier Ties to Animal Cruelty

Marshall Pet Products sells food, grooming, health items, toys, and other products for birds, cats, dogs, ferrets, horses, rabbits, and other common pets for...

5 Things You Learn Running a Pets Website

A lot of pet owners dream about devoting their lives to doing something that they truly love. One of the ways to make the...

20 Dog Pregnancy Tips for a Successful Birth

The arrival of puppies can be a fun and exciting time, but there are many things that you should know about and prepare beforehand. Below...

14 Tips for Introducing Dogs to Newborns

Introducing dogs to kids and vice versa is an important step. As a dog owner bringing home a newborn from the hospital, there are...

10 Questions Couples Must Ask Before Adopting a Dog

Adopting a dog is a big commitment, and even more so when doing that as a couple. To ensure the pup doesn't end up...

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