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12 Most Common Questions I'm Asked About Homemade Dog Food

12 Most Common Questions I’m Asked About Homemade Dog Food

Having published over a hundred different homemade dog food recipes, I'm starting to receive an increasing amount of emails with questions about cooking for...
6 Nutritional Guidelines for Homemade Dog Food Cooking

6 Nutritional Guidelines for Safe Homemade Dog Food Cooking

Making homemade dog food for our pets is a tempting idea for a lot of owners, there's a good reason for that. In a way,...
Teach Kids Proper Safety Etiquette to Keep Pets Calm During Holidays

Dogs and Kids: 17 Rules to Keep Kids and Dogs Safe

Dogs can be unpredictable. Their social language is very different compared to humans, and this is important for pet owners with kids. While some breeds...
Dog Whining In Crate - 5 Reasons Why and What to Do

Dog Whining in Crate: 5 Reasons Why and What to Do

You've just bought a dog crate for your pet where they can spend time while you're at work. You chose the right size, color and...
How To Make Homemade Dog Treats

How To Make Homemade Dog Treats: A Video Guide

Learning how to make homemade dog treats is a great way to reward your pooch without having to worry about his health or safety....
Pets on a Budget - Best Places to Find Cheap Dog Products

Pets on a Budget: What’s the Best Place to Buy Cheap Dog Supplies?

The motto for today’s economy is (or should be) “save, save, save!” We’re all about saving money and cutting costs where possible. Cheap dog...
How to Use Pet Treats to Keep Your Dogs Happy

How to Use Pet Treats to Keep Your Dogs Happy

It can be incredibly difficult to keep your dog happy if you work outside of your home or don't have a lot of time...
How to Use Coconut Oil for Dog Skin Problems (Based on Studies)

Coconut Oil for Dog Skin: Apply & Cure Skin Problems (Based on Studies)

Coconut oil for dog skin has become a health trend among humans and pet owners in the past decade. Thanks to its many health benefits,...
Rottweiler Dog

Rottweiler Dog Breed Profile Guide: Appearance, Diet, Care, and More

Are you looking for a pet who’s a great guard and a great companion at the same time? Then, the Rottweiler dog might be...
frankie and toby weight loss journey

The Weight is Over: Toby and Frankie’s Weight Loss Journey – Part 2

Week 3 of The Weight Loss Journey: Toby - Starting weight = 28lb | Current weight = 26lb10oz | Goal = 23lb | 4oz 2x’s...
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How To Apply Eye Ointment To A Dog

https://youtu.be/45luMlkht-s Eye infections are a common health condition seen in dogs, and they're usually not something to worry about when treated quickly. Your dog may require...
Dog Nutrition 101 What Do Dogs Eat

Dog Nutrition 101: What Do Dogs Eat

Today's dogs have a lot more options in terms of dog food and what their human pet parents choose to feed them. What do dogs...

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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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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...