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Dog Barking Tips - How To Quiet Down Your Dog

6 Dog Barking Tips To Quiet Down Your Dog

One of the downsides of adopting dogs is them barking uncontrollably when you really wish they wouldn't. There aren't many things as annoying as...
How to House Train a Dog for Free

How to House Train a Dog for Free

Finding ways how to house train a dog for free isn't really a financial challenge, but more of a time consuming task. Housebreaking a dog...
Dog Shedding Tools - Tips on Choosing the Best Dog Brush

Dog Shedding Tools: Tips on Choosing the Best Dog Brush

Most dog owners love their dogs, but hate dealing with their dog’s hair. The best way to tackle dog's shedding hair problem is to start...
How to Know If Your Dog Is Upset

How to Know If Your Dog Is Upset?

Dogs are extremely expressive animals, as long as you know what signs to look for. The body language of a dog is just as...
The importance of cleaning dog ears

The Importance of Cleaning Dog’s Ears

We all know that clipping your dog's nails and giving them a bath at least once a month is important for your dog's health,...
Where to Buy Puppies

Where to Buy Puppies?

Looking for a place where to buy puppies? In that case, it's safe to assume that you’ve done your research on how, why, and maybe...
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4 Most Scary Dogs According to Statistics

Just like humans, dogs can be prone to dangerous and aggressive conduct. Such behavior can often be attributed to lack of training, poor domestication,...
why do dogs eat grass

Why Are Dogs Eating Grass?

One common misconception about dogs eating grass is that they do it because they aren’t feeling well, and that leaves some dog owners to worry...
Cold Weather Preparation for Dogs

Sunday’s Recap: Cold Weather Preparation for Dogs

Last week I wrote my column about natural home remedies for fleas and ticks. Even though the weather is getting colder, pet parents still...
Bringing A Dog to Thanksgiving Dinner

How to Include Your Dog in Thanksgiving Dinner

Last week we were talking about DIY dog Halloween costumes and now we're jumping right into Thanksgiving. The holiday season goes so quickly! It's the...
Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons

Do Dogs Have Belly Buttons?

Humans have a strange fascination with belly buttons. From the time we are young we want to show everyone our belly buttons and look...
How to Train a Puppy in 3 Simple Steps

How to Train a Puppy in 3 Simple Steps

General dog obedience training is one of the essential things a new pet owner must do. The sooner you do this, the better behaved dog...

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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...
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10 Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs: Keep Your Yard Clean and...

I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...