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What Are Dog Years (And How to Know How Old Your Pup Is)

What Are Dog Years? (And How to Know How Old Your Pup Is)

We all wonder at some point how old our dogs actually are. Everybody knows how old their pet is in human years, but that...
Top 10 Ways to Entertain Dogs Indoors

15 Ways to Entertain Dogs Indoors

Dogs are fine with living both indoors and outdoors, but majority prefer the outside to staying at home in most cases. They like to...
Show Dog

How to Turn Your Dog Into a Show Dog

Showing dogs can be a great way to develop a bond between you are your pet, and get involved into a very active community...
19 Ways to Keep Your Dog Healthy During Winter Months

19 Ways to Keep Your Dog Healthy During Winter Months

Keeping dogs healthy in the winter isn't just about keeping them warm with clothing. Think about your dog's sleeping arrangements, winter allergies, adjusting dietary...
Tips on How to Help a Stray Dog

Tips on How to Help a Stray Dog

  It is our instinct to stop and help when we see a stray or injured dog, and while it is the right thing to...
Grooming your dog at home

Sunday’s Recap: Grooming Your Dog at Home

Another week has come and gone. I hope you've all enjoyed last week’s Sunday's Recap about the importance of socializing puppies. This week I...
pet proof your home

15 Tips on Pet Proofing Your Home in Preparation for a New Dog

I’ve heard the advice that new parents should literally crawl around their home to get an idea of what their growing toddler might get...

Review: Pawz Paw Sanitizing Wipes and Paw Wax

The COVID-19 pandemic has left many pet owners wondering if they're doing enough to keep their furry family members safe and healthy. Pawz Paw Sanitizing Wipes are designed specifically to eliminate bacteria, virus and fungus that may contaminate your pet's paws.
Introducing dogs to your chicken

How to Introduce Dogs to Your Chickens: A Step-by-Step Guide

Have you ever tried to introduce dogs to your chickens? Or are you planning to do so?  The idea of canines and chickens getting along...
How to Massage a Dog in 3 Different Ways

How to Massage a Dog in 3 Different Ways

I'll show you how to massage a dog in 3 simple ways, explain the benefits of pet massage and how to give a dog a massage for clinical conditions and more.
9 Ways to Improve Your Dog’s Skin and Coat Health

9 Ways to Improve Your Dog’s Skin and Coat Health

Your dog’s skin and coat obviously serve important functions such as providing warmth, offering protection, regulating body temperature, and providing and enhancing sensation. Skin...
How to Check a Dog's Heart Rate (With and Without a Stethoscope)

How to Check a Dog’s Heart Rate at Home

You'll need to know your dog's heartbeat at some point. Here's a simple and easy guide on how to check a dog's heart rate with or without a stethoscope.

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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...