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Tricks for Training a Dog to Use Steps

Tips and Tricks for Training a Dog to Use Pet Steps, Stairs and Ramps

Dogs need stairs or steps for a number of reasons. Some dogs need pet stairs to help their injured backs or limbs, or to...
how to train a dog to poop on a leash

How To Train A Dog To Poop On A Leash

Some of you may have laughed when you read the title of this article. While it may seem like a joke to some, many...
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How to Train a Dog to Be an Apartment Guard Dog

When most people go out to get a dog for themselves, their biggest requirement is a companion they can live with and a protector...
how to give a dog an injection

How To Give A Dog An Injection – A Brief Video Guide

Whether you give your dog vaccinations at home or you have to give him an injection of medication, it's likely that you'll need to...
How To Groom A Dog

How To Groom A Dog at Home by Yourself: Introduction to DIY Dog Grooming

Dog grooming can be a very daunting task. It's intimidating to many dog owners, but if you learn how to groom a dog properly you...
how to train a dog to roll over

How To Train A Dog To Roll Over: A Quick Video Guide

Every dog needs command training; sit, stay, come and lie down are some of the most popular commands to teach. Some owners are satisfied...
How to Choose the Best Dog Food for Your Dog

17 Tips on How to Choose the Best Dog Food for Your Dog

Veterinarians and owners often look at a dog’s nutritional needs in relation to a specific medical concern, but it goes without saying that it’s...
dog photography tips

6 Dog Photography Tips: How to Take Great Photos of Your Dog

For many people, pets are family. This means many families want to have great photos of their dog for their own personal album, to...
How To Install Dog Doors At Home

How to Install Dog Doors at Home: A Step by Step Checklist

Giving your dog free access to an enclosed backyard or garden can make life easier for you and more interesting for your pet. You...
Best Christmas Dinner Recipes for Dogs

24 Best Christmas Dinner Recipes for Dogs

O n Christmas, it’s nice to provide a special meal and some treats for your dog that will fill him up and keep him from...
How To Train A Dog To Stay In the Yard

How To Train A Dog To Stay In the Yard: A Brief Video Guide

It's our responsibility as pet owners to keep our dogs safe. A big part of that is making sure that your dog always stays...
How To Train A Dog To Do nose Work

How To Train A Dog To Do Nose Work And Why You Should (Video...

Your dog explores the world with his nose the same way that we do with our eyes. We see beautiful colors in thousands of...

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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...
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Do Dogs Act Different in Spring?

Dogs are cheerful pets, but do dogs act differently in spring? This is a question many dog owners ask, especially new ones. The thing is, in-season...
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Detox Diet for Dogs in Spring: What to Feed & How...

Spring is not only the best time to shake off the winter gloom, but it's also the perfect time to exercise and detoxify! Dogs can...