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Pets vs Landlords - How to Adopt a Dog When You’re Renting

Pets vs Landlords: How to Adopt a Dog If You’re Renting

If you're a renter and are now thinking about adopting a dog, one of the first obstacles you will come upon is dealing with...
Best Pet Business Insurance Plans

Best Pet Business Insurance Plans

Have you ever thought about what would happen if one of the dogs in your care had a major accident? A $2,500 Shar Pei...
How To Clean Dog Paws After Walk

How to Clean Dog Paws After a Walk

Dogs walk through all kinds of dirt and debris on a daily basis. Learning how to clean dog paws after a walk will prevent this dirt from entering your home.
Eww! Dog Breath! 7 Easy Home Remedies

Eww! Dog Breath! 7 Easy Home Remedies

Every pet owner has gotten a face full of stinky dog breath from time to time. We love our pups, but that breath can make you gag! These easy home remedies for bad dog breath are simple and cheap.
Dog Car Anxiety - 5 Ways to Solve It

Dog Car Anxiety: 5 Ways to Solve It

Dogs with car anxiety may exhibit symptoms of panting, drooling, and the inability to relax or sit still. An anxious dog may also whine...
Seeing Eye Dog Adoption

Seeing Eye Dog Adoption: Everything You Must Know First

Seeing eye dogs are the elite of the canine world - bred and trained to give independence to the blind and visually impaired. While many...
How To Calm Down A Dog

How to Calm Down a Dog

Few things are more frustrating than an over excited dog. Learning how to calm down a dog will save you a lot of headaches.

How to Put On Dog Boots and Keep Them from Falling Off

You got dog booties, but can't put them on or they just won't stay on. Here's my guide on how to put on dog boots on a dog and keep them from falling off.
Home Remedies for Ear Mites in Dogs

3 Best Home Remedies for Ear Mites in Dogs

Ear mites are common parasites found in dogs, but there's lots of misconceptions about them. These home remedies for ear mites in dogs can be used easily.
teach a dog to roll over

How To Teach A Dog To Roll Over in 4 Simple Steps

  https://youtu.be/C1zTQfRMARU If you're wondering how to teach a dog to roll over, we have good news for you! One, it's fairly easy—you just have to do...
Pocket Beagle Dog Breed- Everything You Need To Know

Pocket Beagle Dog Breed: Everything You Need To Know

If you’ve never heard of a Pocket Beagle, you’re not alone, since they are quite a rare breed. You’re also not alone if you’re...
Dog Going Blind - What to Do and How to Prepare

Dog Going Blind: How to Adjust and Help Your Blind Pet

If you suspect your dog is going blind, it's likely to be a difficult transition for you. However, remember that most dogs cope with this...

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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...