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How to Wash Dog Toys: Rope, Rubber, Plastic and Plush

Learning how to wash dog toys will help you keep your pet safe and ward off germs. It's not difficult to wash pet toys, but most owners don't do it.

How to Get Your Dog to Stop Barking

Excessive barking is a common complaint of dog owners. If your pet barks more than normal, you can easily learn how to get a dog to stop barking.
How to Clean a Dog’s Eye Infection

How to Clean a Dog’s Eye Infection?

Eye infections in dogs often appear unexpectedly. In some cases, it can be challenging to spot this condition since the symptoms are similar to...
How To Stop A Puppy From Eating Poop Guide

How to Stop a Puppy from Eating Poop

There are behavioral and psychological reasons that lead to coprophagia in dogs. This guide explains why and how to stop a puppy from eating poop quickly.
How to Feed a Pregnant Dog

How to Feed a Pregnant Dog

During a healthy pregnancy, female dogs increase their weight by 20% to 25% (1). Therefore, nutrition during that period should be of high quality...
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4 Best Ways to Dispose of Dog Poop

It's your responsibility to clean up after your pet. The best ways to dispose of dog poop are quick and easy, and they can be done anywhere.
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Recipe: Healthy Dog Cupcakes as a Celebratory Snack for Fido

This healthy dog cupcake recipe packs valuable nutrients, but it's also high in calories. Substitutions can be made to make it less calorie dense, however.
How to Make Your Dog a Therapy Dog

How to Make Your Dog a Therapy Dog

If you've been wondering how to make your dog a therapy dog, it may be easier than you think. But, it's time consuming and will take deterrmination.
How Do I Know If My Dog Has a Fever

How Do I Know If My Dog Has a Fever?

The normal temperature of a dog is between 101 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. If your dog's temperature is beyond this range, then the dog...
Bone Broth Recipe for Dogs

Recipe: Bone Broth for Dogs

Bone broth is a stock liquid from cooked or simmering raw bones. This bone broth recipe for dogs is easy to make, and offers impressive health benefits.
9 Tips for Introducing Toddlers to Dogs

9 Tips for Introducing Toddlers to Dogs (and Dogs to Toddlers)

There’s nothing cuter than seeing a puppy and a kid playing together. However, the situation is not always ideal. To avoid problems and build...
7 Tips for Managing a Multi-pet Household with Kids

7 Tips for Managing a Multi-pet Household with Kids

There’s nothing so heartwarming as a big family, but it’s true that it can get a bit chaotic at times. A household with multiple...

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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...
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12 Ways to Introduce a Puppy to Outdoor Adventures Safely

The winter's end is near... are you excited to get back to exploring the great outdoors? If you're wondering how to introduce a puppy to...
Spring Cleaning Tips for Pet Owners

6 Keys to Spring Cleaning Success for Dog Owners

Ah, the first days of spring! Crocuses blooming, fresh breezes, warm sunshine, and enough light that you can see every furball on the carpet and...
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14 Tips for the Perfect Spring Picnic with Dogs

Spring is just around the corner, and what better way for us pet parents to celebrate the sunshine, blooming flowers, and fresh air than...
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Shiba Inu Cost: How Much Does It Cost To Raise...

In 2024, the American Kennel Club listed the Shiba Inu as the 42nd most popular dog breed in the United States. They remain in...