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Easy Steps Dog Grooming

11 Steps for a Complete Dog Grooming Session [Infographic]

For a new pet owner, dog grooming can be intimidating. But there's nothing to fear — once you know all the steps and get your...
Dogs for Students - 6 Things You Must Consider

Dogs for Students: 6 Things You Must Consider

If your situation allows, adopting a dog as a college student can be a very rewarding experience. This is especially true given new research...
How to Improve Your Dog’s Sleep

How to Improve Your Dog’s Sleep

Getting a good night’s rest can be an impossible task if your dog keeps you up at all hours. Dogs generally sleep more than...
how to make a dog like you

How to Make a Dog Like You in 10 Easy Steps

Some dogs are easy to win over. Other canines need a little patience. Either way, learning how to make a dog like you is easy if you follow these 10 steps.
how to kill fleas on dogs

How to Kill Fleas on Dogs

Dogs are an ideal host for a family of fleas. This is why it's important that every owner know how to kill fleas on dogs. Here's my detailed guide on this.
how to make a dog with a slipped disc comfortable

6 Tips on How to Make a Dog with a Slipped Disc Comfortable

Knowing how to make a dog with a slipped disc comfortable is imperative if your dog is diagnosed with this condition. Also, be sure to consult your vet.
Hemangiopericytoma In Dogs_ Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Hemangiopericytoma In Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

We all want our dogs to be as healthy as possible, but sometimes diseases and illnesses appear without warning. One of the most common cancers...
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Dog Holiday Gift-Wrapping Safety Tips & Ideas

It's the gift-wrapping season! But did you know that common gift-wrapping materials, like ribbons, tinsel, and glitter, can pose serious health risks to dogs if...
How to Prevent Shedding in Dogs

9 Tips on How to Prevent Shedding in Dogs

As a dog lover, your clothes, bed, furniture and even your car have probably accumulated a thick layer of dog hair. While this may...
Where To Begin Your Career As A Pet Groomer

Where to Begin Your Career As a Pet Groomer

With 3 out of 5 Americans owning a pet (source), many dog owners consider a career related to canines, and specifically pet grooming. If...
How To Help A Dog Get Into A Vehicle

How to Help a Dog Get Into a Vehicle

Even if your dog can jump up into your vehicle by himself, you should still know how to help a dog get into a vehicle to save the stress on his joints.
The Vet's Guide on Wheelchairs for Dogs - 9 Things You Must Know

The Vet’s Guide on Wheelchairs for Dogs (9 Things to Know)

Today, mobility options for special-needs dogs have become widely available. If your dog is in need of temporary or permanent mobility assistance, a wide...

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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...