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Best Dog Products 2019

Best Dog Products of 2019: My Top 10 Favorite Items

I reviewed hundreds of dog products this year. Today I'm rounding up my picks for the Top 10 Best Dog Products of the Year for 2019.
Dog Boarding Costs- Different Plans and Costs Explained

Dog Boarding Costs: Different Plans and Costs Explained

As much as we’d like to take our furbabies along every time we go on a trip, that’s simply not a feasible option. If...
9 Upsetting Truths About Dogs in Laboratory Experiments

9 Upsetting Truths About Dogs in Laboratory Experiments

Most dog lovers treat their pets as part of the family, but in many laboratories worldwide, some dogs are treated like disposable commodities used...
Prettiest Dog Breeds

8 Prettiest Dog Breeds You Will Fall In Love With

Every dog has its own unique markings, traits, and personality; beauty is often appreciated when it comes to having a furry companion. In fact,...
spoil your dog

How To Spoil Your Dog For When They’ve Been a Good Boy/Girl

Dogs are both social and sentimental animals. They receive the love of their masters and express theirs in their own language. They jump on...
Show dog

Becoming a Show Dog: A Beginner’s Guide to Get Started 

Do you think your Fido has the potential to be a show dog that can rack up records?  Then competing in a dog show is...
Best Bone Chews Recommended for Any Dogs To Snack On

Best Chew Bones for Dogs (9 Recommended Bone Chews for Fido to Try!)

Dog treats and bone chews come in various shapes and sizes. They undergo different manufacturing and marketing to cater to our dog's needs. But the most...
Dachshund Dog Breed

Dachshund Dog Breed Profile

You probably thought they were literally hot dogs (pun intended). Some people also call them the wiener dog or sausage dog at first glance....
balanced homemade dog food

Recipe: Balanced Homemade Dog Food with Ground Beef

It's no secret that a homemade dog food diet can offer the best nutrition when it is prepared the right way. Most veterinarians and canine nutrition experts won't recommend this diet, because they know that pet owners won't put the work into ensuring the homemade meals provide 100% balanced nutrition. With that said, this balanced homemade dog food may offer the proper nutrition for some dogs, but it will not provide balanced nutrition for every canine.
Nutritional Needs of Dogs

Nutritional Needs of Dogs When Making Homemade Dog Food

Does the food I'm getting for my dog meet his nutritional needs? Am I feeding the right amount? We often ask ourselves these questions because,...
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Dog Breed Profile

Are you struggling to pick a dog breed to adopt? Let's look at the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Tollers are fun, energetic, intelligent, affectionate,...
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Puggle Dog Breed Profile: Everything You Need To Know

The Puggle dog breed is one of the most popular designer crossbreeds in the United States. Puggles is a cross between the Beagle and Pug...

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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...
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How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To bathe a dog that hates water, first, choose the best location, whether outdoors or in the sink. Brush their coat first...
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Puppies up to 12 months should be taken to the vet every 3 to 4 weeks for their initial vaccines, while adult...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...