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10 Signs of Puppy Scams (And How to Avoid Them)

10 Signs of Puppy Scams (And How to Avoid Being Tricked)

Everybody agrees that adopting a rescue dog from a shelter is always more praiseworthy. But if you're set on buying a puppy of a specific...
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Dogs Can Detect Covid-19 Virus

Dogs may be the future of COVID testing as new research shows that dogs can detect Covid with a high accuracy rate of 97%. But...
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Dog Breed Profile

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Dog Breed Profile

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever, or Chessie for short, is the Sherman tank of the retriever breed. This Retriever is a hunting dog created to...
Top 20 Dog Breeds Most at Risk for Hip Dysplasia

20 Dog Breeds Most at Risk for Hip Dysplasia

Disease of the dog’s hip joints is called hip dysplasia. It occurs when one or both of dog's hips have a ball that does not...
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Dog’s Digestive System Breakdown (and what dogs can and cannot digest)

Food is the fuel that powers your dog’s body, and when welcoming a dog into your home, it’s important that you do your research...
5 Ways Your Smartphone Addiction Is Negatively Affecting Your Dog

5 Ways Your Smartphone Addiction Is Negatively Affecting Your Dog

Experts have not been lacking in warning us of the negative health implications of our smartphone addiction. But most of us will not be...
Grooming Different Types of Dog Coats

Grooming Different Types of Dog Coats

When it comes to grooming different types of dog coats, you have to be mindful of the breeds, skin types, and dog grooming products...
Dog Itchy Skin - Ways to Relieve Itchiness in Your Dog

Why Is My Dog So Itchy? Causes and 5 Remedies

Consistent itching and scratching in dogs – a valid and common concern for most pet owners. It's normal for dogs to experience some kind of skin...
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Does Pet Insurance Cover Vet Visits?

Is your dog's regular vet visit coming up? Are you on a tight budget right now? You're maybe wondering, does pet insurance cover vet visits? The...
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Collar or Harness (Choosing What’s Best For Your Dog)

Collar or harness for your dog, which is better, what are the advantages and disadvantages? What are the dangers of making the wrong choice! From...
20 Dog Documentaries on Netflix and Amazon Prime

20 Dog Documentaries on Netflix and Amazon

For all the dog lovers that can’t get enough of everything dog, Netflix and Amazon Prime has something great to offer. We've gone through...
Glaucoma in Dogs - The Pet Owner’s Guide

Glaucoma in Dogs: Causes, Signs, Treatment

Glaucoma in dogs is an eye disease characterized by damage to the optic nerve and peripheral vision loss which is caused by the increased...

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7 Ways to Ease Dog Anxiety on Halloween Night

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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12 Fun Halloween Activities for Dogs

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...