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6 Nutritional Guidelines for Homemade Dog Food Cooking

6 Nutritional Guidelines for Safe Homemade Dog Food Cooking

Making homemade dog food for our pets is a tempting idea for a lot of owners, there's a good reason for that. In a way,...
How to Cook Eggs for Dogs

How to Cook Eggs for Dogs

First of all, can dogs eat raw eggs? After all, in the past, didn’t dogs used to steal eggs from birds’ nests and eat...
How to Remove Dog Tear Stains Naturally

How To Remove Dog Tear Stains Naturally and How To Prevent Them

Tear stains in dogs are very common and not dangerous. Here's how to remove dog tear stains naturally or using a dog tear stain remover products.
What to Give a Constipated Dog

What to Give a Constipated Dog?

While diarrhea is more common in dogs, constipation isn't that rare either. Constipation in dogs is often caused by diet or dehydration, but some...
How to Start a Dog Grooming Business

How to Start a Dog Grooming Business

Pet market is booming with the dog grooming businesses spreading their roots in every which way. We're seeing more entrepreneurs than ever jumping on...
Electronic Dog Training Collars - A Controversial Dog Training Method

Electronic Dog Training Collars: How to Use Them Safely

Infamous electronic dog training collars may cause brief discomfort when the dog owner pushes a button on a remote device, but they can be...
How to Slim Down an Overweight Dog (My 30-Day Diet Plan)

Dog Weight Loss Plan For An Overweight Dog: How to Slim Down (30-Day Diet...

Dog obesity is a rapidly growing health problem. Obese dogs will suffer from breathing issues, diabetes, arthritis, and joint pain (1). This article discusses the importance...
What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

What to Do If Your Dog Pulled a Muscle

Dogs are highly active animals, and their skeleton and muscles are subject to considerable stress. Not to be confused with a strain. A strain is a...
Infographic - Ensure Your Dog Gets Plenty of GOOD Meat

15 Ways to Ensure Your Dog Gets Only Good Quality Meat [Infographic]

Pet food companies mislead pet owners, making it hard to find good dog food brands with quality meat. This infographic will help you make the right choice.
How to Check a Dog's Heart Rate (With and Without a Stethoscope)

How to Check a Dog’s Heart Rate at Home

You'll need to know your dog's heartbeat at some point. Here's a simple and easy guide on how to check a dog's heart rate with or without a stethoscope.
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Homemade Recipe: How to Make Puppy Milk At Home

In the event that you need to bottle feed a puppy, knowing how to make puppy milk will be essential information to help you give him the nutrition he needs.
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10 Ways to Stop a Dog Pooping in a Crate

Are you finding it difficult to stop your dog from pooping in his crate? I get it. I had the same problem, too, when I...

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What Seasonings Can Dogs Have? 11 Safe Herbs and Spices for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When considering what seasonings dogs can have, plain and minimal is usually the safest approach. You can use basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme,...
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Visiting a Pumpkin Patch With Dogs: 12 Tips for a Fun...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When visiting a pumpkin patch, find a genuinely dog-friendly farm, consider your dog's temperament, bring the right supplies, keep them leashed, watch...
Fun Halloween Activity for Dogs: Doggy Playdates in Costume

110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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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...