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5 Home Improvement Projects for Dog Owners

5 Home Improvement Projects for Dog Owners

Anyone who’s lived with a dog knows that these furry friends quickly become important members of the household. We worry about their happiness and...
How To Make A Dog Throw Up

How to Make a Dog Throw Up

It's best to learn how to make a dog throw up before you need to do it, because you're unlikely to have time when an emergency happens. Here's how to do it.
8 Tips on How to Train a Dog Not to Run Away and Safely Walk Off-leash

8 Tips on How to Train a Dog Not to Run Away

Having your dog run away when off-leash and then go missing is a terrifying feeling. If you have a pet that doesn't really listen, learning...
When Dog Fences Are Absolutely Necessary

When Dog Fences Are Absolutely Necessary

Keeping your dog(s) contained in your yard is a necessity. You don't want him out terrorizing the neighborhood by tipping over garbage cans, digging...
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Pros and Cons of Cannabidiol: CBD For Dogs

CBD for dogs is the way to go when talking about Marijuana for Pets. Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is the second most common...
How to Calm Your Dog Before Grooming

How to Calm Your Dog Before Grooming

Not all dogs are afraid of the groomer, but many are. Some dogs have so much anxiety about being groomed that they start getting nervous...
Essential Oils for Dogs

9 Reasons to Use Essential Oils for Dogs

I first learned about essential oils a few years ago. I was a new mother and din't want to use chemical filled bug sprays,...
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Dog Crate Sizes: How to Size a Dog Crate for a Perfect Fit

Our step-by-step guide on how to size a dog crate for a perfect fit by measuring your dog and using dog crate size chart, or dog crate sizes by breed.
8 Tips for Your First Doggie Play-Date

8 Tips for Your First Doggie Play-Date

There are many reasons for being well-prepared for your dog’s first doggie playdate instead of going at it blind. Many dogs are accustomed to...
How to Give a Dog Eye Drops - Full Guide

How to Give a Dog Eye Drops

Need to apply dog eye drops to your pooch? This video guide will walk you through the process. Learning how to give a dog eye drops is an essential skill all pet parents should have. It's highly likely that your pet will need them at some point.
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...
Dog Operant Conditioning

Dog Operant Conditioning: What It Is and How to Use It

You have been working with your dog’s behavior so that the two of you can be more social with family members and other dogs....

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6 Ways to Prepare Pets for Daylight Saving Time

Pets might not understand the concept of minutes and hours the way we do, but they have a sense of time based on biological...
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Fall Allergies in Dogs: Signs, Prevention, and Treatments

Amber leaves, cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice in the air... only a few things we love about the fall season. But apart from the good...
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Top 15 Medium & Small Dog Breeds That Don’t Shed Or...

Whatever the size and breed of dog is, one thing is sure: all of them bark and shed to a certain extent. If the noise...
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15 Safe Human Medications for Dogs

In most cases, you should only give your dog medicines that are manufactured specifically for them. According to a study, one of the leading causes...
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17 Best Dog Thanksgiving Clothes, Costumes & Outfits

Whether your dog needs a warm jacket to join your family for football or you’d like to snap a few pictures of him dressed...

20 Most-Asked Questions from Dog Owners in 2025

We're in the last quarter of 2025, and we thought it's best to round up all the popular and most-asked questions from dog owners...
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11 Large Dog Clothes Your Big Pet Needs This Fall and...

Dog fashion is not limited to small dogs that fit inside purses. Now, there's plenty of stylish large dog clothes for big dogs! While some...
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10 Pet-Friendly Fall Home Decor Safe for Dogs and Cats

Pumpkins, candles, throws, and a simmer pot in the kitchen... fall home decor sets the perfect mood for this cozy season. Unfortunately for us pet...
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8 Best Halloween Dog Statues for Your Spooky Decoration

Now that Halloween is almost upon us, we're finalizing every set of decorations in our houses, costumes, and treats. Whether you're planning to join a...
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10 Best Halloween Bandana for Dogs Who Don’t Like Costumes

One of the best parts of Halloween is dressing up! The costumes and decorations are everything when celebrating the spooky season. However—and I'm sure most...