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Dog Bathing Tips - How to Give a Dog a Bath

Dog Bathing Tips: How to Give a Dog a Bath

Dog grooming is part of the deal after you decide to have a dog as your new family member. Clipping nails, brushing hair, and bathing...
Top 7 Most Common Cancers in Dogs

Top 7 Most Common Cancers in Dogs

Cancer affects many different animals, not just humans. Sadly, sometimes our furry friends can develop different types of cancer.  Some are hereditary, but most cancers...
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How to Wash Dog Toys: Rope, Rubber, Plastic and Plush

Learning how to wash dog toys will help you keep your pet safe and ward off germs. It's not difficult to wash pet toys, but most owners don't do it.
How to Take Good Photos of Dog Food and Treats

8 Dog Food Photography Tips to Take Great Pics for Your Pet’s Instagram

If you have your own pet blog or run your Fido's Instagram account, you might want to take pictures of your dog's food and treats. This is...
How to Get a Dog to Stop Barking

5 Most Effective Ways to Get a Dog to Stop Barking

A dog barking is completely natural, and it is unreasonable for us as owners to expect our dogs never to bark. We as humans don't...
How To Train A Dog To Behave Around Kids Guide

How to Train a Dog to Behave Around Kids

It is important to teach your children how to respect dogs, but you also need to know how to train a dog to behave around kids.
How Do Dogs Get Parvo and How to Prevent It

How Do Dogs Get Parvo and How to Prevent It

Parvo is a word that no new dog owner wants to hear. Unfortunately, however, it is a disease that is far too common and...
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What Are the Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs?

Fish oil isn't the only beneficial oil for your pets. If you're a health conscious person, you've heard about the benefits of coconut oil. Did...
How To Housetrain An Adult Dog

How To Housetrain An Adult Dog 101: A Step-By-Step Video Guide

Adopting an adult dog definitely has its advantages. You won't have to go through the energetic puppy stage, and your new family member is...
Gardening and Dogs - Top 9 Tips to Keep Your Pooch Safe

Gardening with Dogs: 9 Tips to Keep Pets Safe

Your zen time among plants can be improved by the presence of a dog. More importantly, gardening and dogs can be as good a...
How To Collect A Urine Sample From A Dog

How to Collect A Urine Sample From A Dog

Your veterinarian may require a urine sample for many reasons. Urine is the end result of the body's filtration system, so there is a...
How to Become a Dog Walker

Ask an Expert: How to Become a Dog Walker?

Dog walking can be a surprisingly tricky business to break into. I'm sure you've often heard the phrase, “The only way to do it...

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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...