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Dog Modeling and Dog Acting Guide

Dog Modeling and Acting: Beginner’s Guide

Could your dog be the next top dog model? If you have aspirations of your dog being the next Purina pup or the next spokes-dog...
How to Give a Puppy a Shot

How to Give a Puppy a Shot

Giving your dog vaccinations at home is more affordable than taking him to the vet, but you'll need to learn how to give a puppy a shot the proper way.
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How To Check A Dog’s Pulse

When you're first learning how to check your pet's pulse, do it several times. Take your dog's pulse when you return home from a walk, after a game of fetch, when he first wakes up in the morning and check it during periods of rest throughout the day. This will give you a good idea of your dog's resting and active heart rates.
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How Old Is My Dog? 5 Ways to Tell

It's not uncommon to ask "How old is my dog?" But, it is virtually impossible to get an exact answer to this question. Here are some tips to help you.
The Complete Guide to Different Types of Assistance Dogs

Different Types of Service Dogs And What They Do

For anyone looking into adopting an assistance animal to help with your day-to-day life, it's crucial to understand the differences between the various types of...
What Does a Tick Look Like on a Dog

What Does a Tick Look Like on a Dog?

Ticks are a common problem for dogs and their owners, especially when your pet spends a lot of time outside, running in tall grass. While there...
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How To Calm Dogs During A Thunderstorm

Depending on the level of your dog's anxiety, you may need to try a few different methods when learning how to calm dogs during thunderstorms. Likewise, a method that works for one dog may not work for another.
Dog Scared of Thunderstorms - 6 Things to Do to Help Your Dog

Dog Scared of Thunderstorms? Why and 7 Tips to Help

There are a variety of reasons for why your dog may be scared or show fear during a thunderstorm. Dogs can be aware of the changing...
Swimmer Puppy Syndrome in Dogs

Swimmer Puppy Syndrome: How to Help Your Dog

Swimmer puppy syndrome – also known as swimmers syndrome in dogs, swimming-puppy syndrome, twisted legs, turtle pup, and flat-puppy syndrome – is a very...

Muscle Relaxers for Dogs: What They Are and When to Use Them

Just like us, dogs sometimes have to deal with pain and anything that can subside it helps. Most commonly, your dog will suffer from pain caused...
What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

Dogs are highly active animals, and their skeleton and muscles are subject to considerable stress. Not to be confused with a strain. A strain is a...

Hot Spots on Dogs: Cause, Symptoms, and How To Treat It

Dog skin conditions and hot spots in dogs are common. Here's my step-by-step guide on how to treat hot spots on a dog, and best treatments and remedies.

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Sneaky Golden Retriever Dips in Neighbor’s Pool, Getting Millions of Laughs...

The summer heat may end, but not the online attention that this Golden Retriever from New Jersey is getting in his hilarious video of...
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My Dog Ate Paracetamol: Is Paracetamol Safe For Dogs?

"Oh no! My dog ate paracetamol. Should I be worried?" No pet owners like to see their dogs in pain. If there's any way we can...
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Man Lost Arm After Neighbor’s Dogs’ Attack in his Own Yard

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—46-year-old Paul Striegl was smoking inside his yard when two dogs attacked him, costing the Northeast side resident one of his arms. The...

Why Does My Dog Rub His Face On Me? 9 Surprising...

Why does my dog rub his face on me? Is something bothering him, or does he just want some head rubs? Although most dogs often show...
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Can Dogs Eat Dried Fish? 6 Benefits + 3 Cautions

Light, crispy, and full of umami. If you love fish, then you will love dried fish! Trust me; we Asians love to feast on this wonderful...
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Why Do Dogs Scratch the Floor: Reasons And How To Stop...

Have you ever caught your dog scratching the floor? Dogs are quirky animals, sometimes displaying behaviors we don't understand. Long-time dog owners know that these animals...
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TikToker’s Last Day With Pup Moved Millions of People To Tears

What would you do if you knew today was your last day with your dog? TikTok user Niyah Belmont (username: @daniyahmb) made it a fun...
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Oregano Oil for Dogs: Benefits and Guidance

Oregano oil for dogs can be a confusing topic for pet owners. Some people say that it can be toxic to dogs. Some say it's...
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Ban on American XL Bully Breed Being Considered in UK

UNITED KINGDOM—The UK government is considering banning American XL Bully dogs following the reported attack on an 11-year-old girl and two other men in...
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Beagle Price: How Much Does The Breed Cost?

The Beagle dog breed is one of the most popular dogs in America. Beagles rank 8th according to the American Kennel Club's Most Popular Dog...