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How to Be More Active With Your Dog

TOP #52: How to Be More Active With Your Dog

Regular dog walks and trips to a dog park eventually get boring, and with improving weather, many owners are looking for more creative ways to get active with their dogs. In this podcast episode, Liz Claflin from Zoom Room dog gym provides great advice on how we can do that.
How to Safely Break Up a Dog Fight

Dog on Dog Attack: How to Safely Break Up a Dog Fight

It's inevitable to encounter other dogs when taking your pooch for a daily walk around the neighborhood or to a dog park. While generally,...
Dogs for Students - 6 Things You Must Consider

Dogs for Students: 6 Things You Must Consider

If your situation allows, adopting a dog as a college student can be a very rewarding experience. This is especially true given new research...
How Much to Tip for Dog Services - Infographic

How Much to Tip for Dog Services [Infographic]

In the pet service industry, particularly when it comes to dog groomers, sitters, and trainers, tipping is still unclear to most dog owners. It's a...
Elimination Diet Trial - The Ultimate Science-based Guide

Dog Elimination Diet: The Ultimate Science-based Guide

The dog elimination diet is the most affordable - and, according to studies (1, 2, 3), the most reliable - approach to identifying and...
Shed Hunting Dog Training Guide

Shed Hunting Dog Training: How to Train Your Pooch to Find Antlers

Shed hunting is a springtime search for shed deer antlers. Since deer shed their antlers from mid-January to mid-March, that's the best time to start...
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...
My Dog Bit Me - The Reasons Why and What You Should Do

My Dog Bit Me: Reasons Why and What You Should Do

More than 4.5 million people suffer from dog bites in the US each year, and more than 800,000 receive medical attention for it, according...
When a Dog Adopted YOU - What to Do

When a Dog Adopted YOU

A lot of thought and planning goes into a decision to adopt a dog. But sometimes a dog will adopt you. It often happens...
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7 Ways to Turn Daily Activities Into Exercise for Your Dog

Dogs are born to be active, and depriving your pooch of necessary exercise can lead to serious health problems. Daily activities and playtime will...
Crate Training Dogs

5 Mistakes of Crate Training Dogs (and how to fix them)

Pet owners know that crate-training dogs are a great way to help our pets stay out of trouble when left alone, either when you...
The Vet's Guide on Wheelchairs for Dogs - 9 Things You Must Know

The Vet’s Guide on Wheelchairs for Dogs (9 Things to Know)

Today, mobility options for special-needs dogs have become widely available. If your dog is in need of temporary or permanent mobility assistance, a wide...

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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone - Featured Image

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...
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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...