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Normal Heart Rate for Dogs: Important Things to Know

When your dog is running, jumping, and playing at full speed, it's clear by their panting alone that their heart is working hard to...
Dog Fur Dye - What You Must Know About It

Dog Fur Dye: What You Must Know About It

Using dog fur dye has always been a fascination among some pet owners. As the pet industry expanded, we've moved past clothing alone. Now that...
Dog Falling Down the Stairs - Why and What to Do

What You Should Do If Your Dog Keeps Falling Down the Stairs

Dogs are very well-coordinated animals that don’t lose their balance as easily as, for example, very young kids. If you've been noticing your dog falling...
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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.
My Dog Has To Sleep Touching Me

My Dog Has to Sleep Touching Me: Why and What to Do

My dog has to sleep touching me. What does it mean? Many dogs like to curl up against their owners and sleep with them. This...
Possession Aggression in Dogs_ The Ultimate Guide

Possession Aggression in Dogs: The Ultimate Guide

There is nothing wrong with a dog that wants to protect its loved ones, but it can lead to hurt when they act aggressively. Possession...
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Detox Diet for Dogs in Spring: What to Feed & How to Begin

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...
Indoor Pet Gates for Dogs Doors A Buyer’s Guide

Indoor Pet Gates for Dogs: A Buyer’s Guide

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b_2JCth78U You're in the market for pet gates. Most pet owners think choosing indoor dog gates sounds simple. Measure the space and buy one that fits,...
How to Start a Dog Walking Business

How to Start a Dog Walking Business

There are few things in life more rewarding than starting and maintaining your own small business. Plenty of businesses out there don’t take a lot...
The Convenience of Electronic Dog Doors

In N’ Out: The Convenience of Electronic Dog Doors

We come and go from our houses daily, in and out, usually using keys. It’s part of being a busy human. The idea of...
How to Relieve Stress in Dogs

7 Ideas on How To Relieve Stress in Dogs

Dogs can become stressed for many different reasons, and it’s up to us, their loyal owners, to try and find the cause of our...
Show Dog

How to Turn Your Dog Into a Show Dog

Showing dogs can be a great way to develop a bond between you are your pet, and get involved into a very active community...

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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...