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8 Evidence-Based Ways to Deal With a Hyperactive Dog

Y ou've adopted a dog without completely understanding what you were getting into.  Maybe you did the research and adopted a breed that was supposed to be more...
Dogs Know Exactly When to Break Out the Puppy Eyes

Dogs Know Exactly When to Break Out the Puppy Eyes

Yes, your dog knows what he’s doing when he turns the pouty puppy eyes on you. Research shows that dogs understand human facial expressions...
Study Finds That the Best Guide Dogs Had Tough Love as Puppies

Study Finds That the Best Guide Dogs Had Tough Love as Puppies

New research has revealed that puppies whose mothers show “tough love” turn out to be more successful guide dogs. Have you ever heard of...
People Empathize More with Dogs than Humans

Study Shows How People Empathize More with Dogs than Humans

Researchers have discovered that suffering in animals produces more sadness for people than suffering in their fellow humans. These days, we have all the world’s...
Dog and Wolf Cross-Breeding Has Forever Changed Gene Pool of Wolves

Cross-Breeding of Dogs and Wolves Has Forever Changed Wolf’s Gene Pool

A new study found that mating dogs and wolves over the last few hundred years has forever changed the wolf's gene pool. Let me tell...
This Study Reveals Whether Your Dog Will Pick You Over A Stranger

This Study Reveals Whether Your Dog Will Pick You Over A Stranger

A new study has shown that dogs react to strangers and owners differently depending on the situation they've been put in. A difference has...
Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Scientists are attempting to vaccinate 800 dogs, and if this potentially universal cancer cure would work in dogs, it might also work in humans. Researchers...
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Do Dogs Act Different in Spring?

Dogs are cheerful pets, but do dogs act differently in spring? This is a question many dog owners ask, especially new ones. The thing is, in-season...
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Therapy Dogs Reduce ADHD Symptoms in Kids, Study Shows

Most kids with ADHD get by with medication but having a therapy dog might be better solution, according to researchers from the University of...
Kids Who Grow Up With Dogs Have Lower Asthma Risks

Kids Who Grow Up With Dogs Have Lower Asthma Risks

Research confirms how having a dog in the family with kids has many health benefits for children, particularly those with asthma. Kids who grow up...
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20 Benefits of Fish Oil for Dogs (Based on Science)

If there's one dog supplement worth its hype, it's fish oil. Omega-3 fatty acids and EPA/DHA found in fish oil have been proven to...
Science Determines the Exact Age When Puppies Are Their Most Adorable

Science Determines the Exact Age When Puppies Are Their Most Adorable

For many animal lovers, dogs are cute at any age, but scientists managed to zero in on the exact age of when they're at...

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110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
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Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...