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Amazon Prime Day Deals on Dog Supplies

How to Prepare for Amazon Prime Day’s Best Deals on Dog Supplies

Besides Black Friday and Cyber Monday, in the last three years we have seen another big retail holiday gain popularity and rise to great...
Tips for Traveling with Your Dog

Tips for Traveling with Your Dog

For people who cannot help themselves and love pets way too much, a family vacation just wouldn't be a family vacation when there are no...
8 Ways to Lower the Risk of Heart Disease in Dogs

8 Ways to Lower the Risk of Heart Disease in Dogs

Approximately 10% of dogs in the United States have some form of heart disease. Usually, it's a genetic disorder, more prevalent in some breeds....
DIY Cold Weather Dog House

DIY Insulated Winter Dog House: Keep Your Dog Warm in Winter

When the winter weather sets in, it's time to start thinking about winterizing our homes.  Our pets' dog houses are no exception.  I looked around and...
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...
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7 Ways to Ease Dog Anxiety on Halloween Night

Halloween is one of the most stressful nights of the year for dogs. The doorbell rings constantly, costumes confuse them, and fireworks or loud...
6 Dangers of Dogs Pulling on Leash (And What to Do)

6 Dangers of Dogs Pulling on Leash (And What You Must Do)

Leash pulling is fairly common in excited dogs, with their collar squeezing around the dog’s throat. In fact, a 2008 study reported leash pulling...
How to bathe a dog video guide

How To Bathe A Dog 101: A Step-By-Step Video Guide

Every pup parent needs to know how to give their dog a bath. Even if you send your dog to a professional pet groomer,...
how to teach a dog to sit

How to Teach a Dog to Sit with Positive Reinforcement

You need to begin training your dog as soon as you bring him home. Learning how to teach a dog to sit will be one of the first commands you'll teach.
How To Make A Dog Wheelchair

How To Make A Dog Wheelchair: A DIY Guide

Dogs, like humans, can benefit from using a wheelchair when injured or paralyzed. Whether your pup needs a wheelchair for short-term rehabilitation reasons or he will require a wheelchair for the rest of his life, you can learn how to make a dog wheelchair that will meet his needs.
AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification - Everything You Need to Know

Canine Good Citizen Certification: Everything You Need to Know

The AKC Canine Good Citizen program provides a solid foundation of behavioral training for your dog, but it also comes with some unexpected additional...
how to make dog toys

5 Tips on How to Make Dog Toys Cheaply

Once you figure out what your dog likes, you can learn how to make dog toys that will entice him and provide him with hours of enjoyment.

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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...
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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...