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How a Dog Cooling Vest Works (and when you need one)

How a Dog Cooling Vest Works

One of the must-have accessories for dogs during the summer is something that will keep them cooler, and a cooling vest is one of...
What Dog Products to Buy (and Skip) on Black Friday 2018

What Dog Products to Buy (and Skip) on Black Friday 2018

The Black Friday deals are already here and that means that all of us dog owners out here are getting some discounts on dog...
12 Most Common Questions I'm Asked About Homemade Dog Food

12 Most Common Questions I’m Asked About Homemade Dog Food

Having published over a hundred different homemade dog food recipes, I'm starting to receive an increasing amount of emails with questions about cooking for...
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How to Make Home Remedies for Dog Ear Infection

Most pet owners seek veterinary assistance if they suspect their pet has an ear infection, but home remedies for dog ear infection can be very effective.
8 Ways to Encourage a Lazy Dog to Exercise

8 Ways to Encourage a Lazy Dog to Exercise

Generally, dogs need anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours of daily exercise. Some large breeds, athletic/active breeds and working dogs will usually need...
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...
DIY Dog Waste Composter

DIY Dog Waste Composter for an Eco-Friendly Dog Ownership

Every dog owner understands that sometimes, a man’s best friend makes a bit of a mess in the backyard. Depending on the size of...
dog weight loss

The Weight is Over: Frankie and Toby’s Weight Loss Adventure with BetterVet

Hi! I’m Dr. Dani Cimino, BetterVet Chief Veterinary Officer, and mom to Frankie, my super brilliant 6.5-year-old Border Collie, and Toby, my incredibly loveable,...
how do you pick a calm puppy

How Do You Pick a Calm Puppy

Looking for a puppy that won’t make you run around the house like crazy? I am here to help! Adopting a dog is a long-term commitment! This...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty Breaks (Step-by-Step Guide)

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
How to Become a Dog Groomer

How to Become a Dog Groomer

Let me throw this out there: you're not the first dog owner to think about how to become a groomer after you've spent time with...
Safe Playtime - Why You Should Consider a Pet Playpen for Dogs

Safe Playtime: Why You Should Consider a Playpen for Dogs

Dogs are some of the most unique, energetic, funny, and entertaining creatures in the world. If humans had half the energy that dogs do,...

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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...