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The Guide to Limited Ingredient Dog Food

What Limited Ingredient Dog Food Really Is (And When You May Need It)

There are many "labels" of dog food types, and limited ingredient dog food is just one of the many dog food options. But how do...
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7 Ways to Turn Daily Activities Into Exercise for Your Dog

Dogs are born to be active, and depriving your pooch of necessary exercise can lead to serious health problems. Daily activities and playtime will...
Dog Breeds That Have the Longest Lifespan

15 Dog Breeds That Have the Longest Lifespan

I’ve found that the only thing wrong with dogs is that they don’t live as long as we do. It's likely that as we...
Ways to Help Your Dog Shed Winter Fat

10 Ways to Help Your Dog Shed Winter Fat

Scientists say that it's very common for us to gain weight in winter. But humans aren't the only ones to get fatter during cold...
Extraordinary dog rescue stories

8 Stories of People Doing Extraordinary Things for Dogs

We have all heard of, read about and watched fearless dogs who risked their lives to save their owners or even unknown people from...
Traveling With Dogs In Cars

15 Safety Tips for Traveling with Dogs in Cars

Some dogs and their owners definitely come as a pair. They always want to be together. If your dog enjoys going for a ride, traveling...
Top 25 Dogs With the Best Sense of Smell

25 Dogs With the Best Sense of Smell

We all know that dogs are famous for their sense of smell. Canines have approximately 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses, whereas humans...
Guide on How to Extend Your Dog’s Life by Accurately Assessing Body Condition

How to Extend Your Dog’s Life by Assessing Body Condition

Poor canine diet often leads to nutritional deficits in dogs, which in turn are strongly related to health complications. You probably know this already,...
Why Does My Dog...

13 Common “Why Does My Dog” Questions Answered

Dogs do strange things, and we've all asked ourselves, "Why does my dog do that?" Most of these questions have no answers, but some...
Bad Dog Food Brands List

20 Bad Dog Food Brands With Low Quality to Poor Ingredients

It's no secret that many of us often ignore properly taking care of ourselves and how little attention we sometimes pay to the quality...
The Vet's Guide on Wheelchairs for Dogs - 9 Things You Must Know

The Vet’s Guide on Wheelchairs for Dogs (9 Things to Know)

Today, mobility options for special-needs dogs have become widely available. If your dog is in need of temporary or permanent mobility assistance, a wide...
How Much Does A Dog Cost

Dog Costs and Budgeting Guide for Pet Owners

You have decided to take the big step to becoming a dog owner. Dogs live long lives, so you are committing for at least 10...

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Halloween is one of the most stressful nights of the year for dogs. The doorbell rings constantly, costumes confuse them, and fireworks or loud...
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20 Signs a Dog is Stressed (Based on Science)

Stress is a normal part of life for everyone, including dogs. The truth is: stress isn’t always bad either! It reminds us to eat, helps...
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Halloween fun will not be complete without celebrating it with our dogs. While you can't give your dog the usual Halloween sweets and chocolates, there...
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100+ Fall Dog Names For Your Autumn Puppy

It's no secret that dogs love fall. With the colder weather, crisper air, and the overall cozy vibes... what's not to like? It's also arguably...
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12 Easy DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs

Halloween is just a couple of weeks away leaving many pet owners scrambled for a doggy costume idea. Buying a costume that your pup is only going to wear once seems like a waste of money. These easy DIY Halloween costumes for dogs will save you money and catch everyone's eye on Halloween night.
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How to Throw a Dog-Friendly Halloween Party: 6 Tips Inside!

Halloween is one of the most popular holidays for pet owners in the United States. In fact, more than 30 million Americans dress up...
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12 Best Halloween Treats For Dogs + 3 Homemade Recipes

Halloween is right around the corner, and you'll soon need to find creative ways to get your dog's cooperation while trying on different Halloween...
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Dogs in Halloween Movies (31 Scary and Adorable Movie Pups!)

Halloween wouldn't be complete without watching our favorite spooky films. And if you're a dog lover, your watchlist must include Halloween movies with dogs...
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7 Fall Foods Toxic to Dogs (and Safe Ones!)

Pumpkin spice season may be your favorite time of year, but did you know many classic fall foods can actually be dangerous for your...
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15 Fall Pet Safety Tips This Autumn Season

The days are getting shorter and the weather is starting to get cooler. That means it's the autumn season! Fall is an ideal time to...