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7 Common Dog Habits to Curb Early

It’s in our best interest for pet owners to begin raising a well-mannered dog early on, and the process begins with recognizing bad dog...

12 Tips for Caring for Newborn Puppies

You never know when you may need the knowledge for care for newborn puppies. In one recent story, a dog whose puppies died before...
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12 Creative Ideas to Turn Everyday Items Into a DIY Dog Bed

Most pet stores have affordable dog beds but these often look generic or made of poor quality. If you're a little handy with some...
How to Improve Your Dog’s Sleep

How to Improve Your Dog’s Sleep

Getting a good night’s rest can be an impossible task if your dog keeps you up at all hours. Dogs generally sleep more than...
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Kids vs Dogs: Differences and Similarities in Raising Them

As a devoted pet parent, you have likely made the comparison of pet parenthood to being a human parent. You have also likely heard...
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8 Tips for Leasing Apartment/House as a Pet Owner

Finding a good apartment or house as a pet owner can be difficult since a landlord is likely to prefer a tenant without pets....
The Guide to Financial Independence and Dog Ownership

Financial Independence and Dog Ownership

The concept of financial independence and retiring early (FIRE) is becoming increasingly popular, and Americans today are saving more than we previously thought. But...
12 Money-Saving Hacks Every Dog Owner Must Know

12 Money-Saving Hacks Every Dog Owner Must Know

Use these DIY hacks and tricks to make your life with a dog a lot less troublesome while saving a few bucks on buying...
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14 Preparation Tips for Hiking With Your Dog

Chances are you love the great outdoors as much as we do and you want to take your companion along for the adventure. There are...
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 Stop A Dog From Digging

How to Stop a Dog from Digging

Digging is a natural behavior, and learning how to stop a dog from digging takes patience and determination. Use these effective techniques to change the habit quicker.
Tips on How to Use Dog Crates Safely

11 Dog Crate Safety Tips [Infographic]

Crates are useful training and safety tools for dog owners and a resting place for the dog. Crating is highly recommended by professional trainers...

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Can Dogs Eat Edamame? Benefits & Risks of Edamame for Dogs

Did you know that edamame contains nearly 19 grams of protein per cup? No wonder they're a popular ingredient for those seeking healthy plant-based protein...
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5 Quick & Easy Tips to Get Dog Pee Out of...

Accidents happen. When our pets have accidents, it can be especially annoying. Cleaning carpeting and washing bedding can be a hassle, but it's not as...