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10 Most Common Dog Behavior Problems (and How to Fix Them)

10 Serious Dog Behavior Problems and How to Deal With Them

Common dog behavior problems are the main reason why owners give up on their pets back to shelters. Knowing what type of behavioral issues...
Safety Tips for Going Boating With Your Dog

8 Safety Tips for Going Boating with Dogs

One of the exciting activities you likely haven't tried with your dog yet is boating. Most dogs enjoy the combination of being outdoors and...
Where and How to Pick Dog Walking Insurance

Dog Walking Insurance: Where and How to Shop for It

Dog walking is a rewarding but somewhat risky business for both walkers and clients. People are suspicious of letting strangers into their home, especially...
10 Tips for Introducing a New Dog to Resident Pets

10 Tips for Introducing a New Dog to Resident Pets

To make a smooth introduction of a new dog to your existing pets, certain precautionary measures must be followed. With appropriate planning and guidance,...
How to Make Your Dog Instagram Famous

How to Make Your Dog Instagram Famous

If you’re familiar with social media superstar pets that have millions of followers on Instagram - Tuna, Doug the Pug or Jiffpom - you...
Alexa Skills for Dog Owners - 16 Ways It Can Help You Be a Better Owner

16 Alexa Skills to Be a Better Dog Owner

If you have Amazon Alexa in your home, you already know her many useful applications. What some may not know is that there are...
How to Fix Your Dog's Noise Phobia and Loud Noise Anxiety

How to Fix Your Dog’s Noise Phobia and Loud Noise Anxiety

Caring for a dog that is afraid of thunder, fireworks or other loud noises can leave you feeling helpless. The level of noise anxiety...
40 Tips On How to Make Your Dog Happy & Be the Best Dog Owner Ever

40 Tips On How to Make Your Dog Happy

One of the first thoughts that new dog owners have is, how do I make my dog happy? Fortunately, due to the demeanor of most...
8 Ways to Encourage a Lazy Dog to Exercise

8 Ways to Encourage a Lazy Dog to Exercise

Generally, dogs need anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours of daily exercise. Some large breeds, athletic/active breeds and working dogs will usually need...
Incontinence in Senior Dogs Guide

Incontinence in Senior Dogs

Urinary incontinence is a condition where a dog is unable to hold their urine. Incontinence in senior dogs is a fairly common problem that...
How to Feed Underweight and Malnourished Dogs

How to Feed Underweight and Malnourished Dogs

The term malnutrition refers to dogs that have lost more than 10% of their normal body weight. They are thin, with prominent bones, especially the...
The 8 Ways to Prevent Injuries in Dogs

8 Ways to Prevent Injuries in Dogs

Dogs are naturally curious animals and always full of energy. They enjoy running, playing and exploring, which can sometimes result in mischief, so it's...

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Virtual Dog Training Classes & 6 Online Places to Try

Did you know that more dog owners than ever are turning to online virtual dog training classes? What started as a pandemic trend has now...
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How to Train a Rescue Dog: 7 Actionable Steps

About 5.8 million pets entered shelters and rescue centers in the United States in 2024. 4.2 million of them had been adopted into loving...
Aloka the Peace Dog

Meet Aloka the Peace Dog!

On a quiet stretch of U.S. Route 21, amid honking horns from speeding vehicles, a soft rhythm echoes ahead. Scantily padded or bare feet on...
Bernedoodle Breed Profile

Bernedoodle Dog Breed Profile

Imagine a dog with the intelligence of a Poodle and the gentle loyalty of a Bernese Mountain Dog. Fascinating, right? That's exactly what you'll...
AI in Pet Care: Artificial Intelligence in Dog Health Monitoring Tools

AI in Pet Care: 8 Artificial Intelligence Tools to Monitor Dog...

There's no doubt that Artificial Intelligence has taken the world by storm across all industries, including pet care. AI in pet care is revolutionizing how...
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Dog Holiday Gift-Wrapping Safety Tips & Ideas

It's the gift-wrapping season! But did you know that common gift-wrapping materials, like ribbons, tinsel, and glitter, can pose serious health risks to dogs if...
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Puppy’s First Christmas: 6 Tips For a Safe & Joyful Holiday

I still remember how Christmas felt as a kid. All the twinkling lights, new scents, jolly music, yummy foods... it was magical! It's indeed the...
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8 Ways to Create a Calm Space for Pets During Holidays

The holiday season brings joy and gatherings to families around the world, but it can also overwhelm our dogs and cats with the noise,...
Dog Hydration Tips for All Seasons

10 Dog Hydration Tips for All Seasons You Must Know

Did you know that dogs can get dehydrated in cold weather just as much as in hot weather? It's the season when dogs are less...
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Dog Side Eye: What It Means & When to Worry (+...

You know that look dogs give when you move their favorite toy or say 'bath time'? Yep. The classic dog side eye, part sass,...