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Mud, Dirt, Debris and Dog Walking: 8 Tips for Keeping Things Clean

  How many times have you come home from a walk with your dog and ended up cleaning mud or dirt from your floor or...
10 Unique Ways to Keep Your Dog Busy During the Day

10 Ways to Keep Your Dog Busy During the Day

If you’ve ever had a dog destroy your couch, bed or half your kitchen out of boredom, then you know how important it is...
Dog Dandruff - 6 Different Causes, Prevention and Treatment

Dog Dandruff: 6 Different Causes, Prevention and Treatment

Dandruff isn’t just a problem for humans; it can pose a problem for your dog too. If your dogs (or rather, you) are struggling...
7 Tips for Shaving a Double Coated Dog

7 Tips for Shaving a Double Coated Dog

Pet owners are often confused about the grooming of double coated breeds. Huskies, Golden Retrievers, Samoyeds and German Shepherd dogs are just some of...
6 Ways to Tell If You and Your Adopted Dog Are a Perfect Match

6 Ways to Tell If You and Your Adopted Dog Are a Perfect Match

If you’re planning to adopt a dog, here are a few tips that will help you detect if you’re perfect for each other. Adopting a...
How To Make A Dog Sweater

How to Make a Dog Sweater

Learning how to make a dog sweater is a great way to reuse an old sweatshirt and save yourself some money on dog clothes. Here's a quick DIY guide.

How to Make a Dog Bow Tie (No-Sew)

Wondering how to make a dog bow tie? It's simple and only takes a few scraps of material and some hot glue. No sewing. Here's a quick DIY guide.
The Complete Guide to Fostering a Dog

The Complete Guide to Fostering a Dog

Being a foster dog parent is one of the most rewarding experiences that any dog lover can have. Unfortunately, so few people know what...
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8 Dangers of Leaving Your Dog Home Alone for Long

Dogs are social animals, but some owners forget to stop and think about how important it is for our four-legged friends to be around...
7 Ways to Tell Your Dog I Love You

7 Ways to Tell Your Dog “I Love You”

There are many ways for pet owners to determine if their dog loves them. But how do pet owners reciprocate the gesture in such...
7 Dog Birthday Ideas

7 Dog Birthday Ideas

Sometimes we look back, and it seems like just yesterday we brought our furry friend home to stay for good. While time is flying...
How to Get Your Dog to Sleep on a Dog Bed

How to Get Your Dog to Sleep on a Dog Bed

If you enjoy having your pooch sleep together with you on your bed, there's nothing wrong with that. But many dog owners complain about...

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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...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...
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10 Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs: Keep Your Yard Clean and...

I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...
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How to Set Up a Home Office With a Pet Space...

For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...
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How to be a Digital Nomad With a Dog

Imagine working anytime, from anywhere in the world, with your dog by your side! For many modern pet parents, that's the dream—combining remote work with...
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How to Stop Dogs From Chasing Wildlife

I'm sure every pet owner who enjoys a nice walk outside with their dogs has experienced this: Fido spots a squirrel, rabbit, or bird,...
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Build Confidence in Dogs: Weekly Training Plan for Pet Owners

How would you describe your dog? Outgoing? Vivacious? A trouble-maker? While this may be the case for some, other dogs tend to be the opposite....
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Dog Bolting: Why Dogs Suddenly Run Off and How to Stop...

Imagine the scenario: the door opens, a breeze carries in new scents, then your dog suddenly dashes out of the house before you can...
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12 Indoor Dog Activities in Spring

Spring elements like allergies, fevers, and dangers can bar your excited Fidos from going outside. If your dog’s going to be stuck inside, then maybe...