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Dog Anxiety Treatments

Common Dog Anxiety Problems and Best Pet Anxiety Treatments

While psychological discomfort and ailments, particularly anxiety, are often thought to be limited to humans, that’s not the case. Dogs can suffer from anxiety...
How to Use Shock Collars in a Humane Fashion

How to Use Shock Collars in a Humane Fashion

Training collars are known by several names — shock collars, remote training collars, electronic dog collars, e-collars — and they are the subject of...
Why Some Dogs Dislike Men and What To Do About It

Why Some Dogs Dislike Men and What To Do About It

Some dogs have a problem with men. That’s the long and short of it. As a guy, this isn’t something to take personally, but...
How to Get Your Dog to Love Bathing

How to Get Your Dog to Love Bathing

Bath time! Just the phrase can strike fear in the heart of a pet owner. However, grooming and bathing your dog is part of...
What Are Breaking Scents for Hunting Dogs

What Are Breaking Scents for Hunting Dogs

Hunting with dogs is a pastime that stretches across the world and across centuries. Even when we were living in caves, dogs were chosen...
Depressed Pets - How to Help a Dog with Depression

Depressed Pets: How to Help a Dog with Depression

Did you know that dogs can suffer from depression just like humans? Doggie depression reduces a dog’s quality of life and limits his ability to...
How Owners Lose Their Dogs' Trust

How Owners Lose Their Dogs’ Trust

A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. ~ Henry Wheeler Shaw Shaw was right. Dogs are...
Why and Where to Shop for Wholesale Pet Supplies

Why and Where to Shop for Wholesale Pet Supplies

When buying pet products, you want affordable products that will last. For some pet products, you only need one or two depending on the...
Dog Grooming 101 - Becoming a Professional Pet Groomer

Dog Grooming 101: Becoming a Professional Pet Groomer

A pet groomer’s goal is to enhance the appearance of companion and working pets. Although most pet groomers work primarily with dogs, there are...
Vet Recommended Safe Dog Treats for Snacking

Vet-Recommended Safe Dog Treats for Snacking

Take a walk down the aisles of any “big-box” pet store, and you will be overwhelmed by all the dog treats that are available for...
Dog Clipper Blades - Pro Tips, Tricks and Techniques for Using Them

Dog Clipper Blades: Pro Tips and Tricks for Using Them

One of the most common misconceptions about dog grooming is that using pet hair clippers on a canine is simple. A good pet groomer may...
Puppy's First Campsite - Bringing Home to the Outdoors

Puppy’s First Campsite: Bringing Home to the Outdoors

There’s simply nothing like camping. The air is fresh. Your senses are stimulated by the smells of campfire smoke and toasted marshmallows, the sounds...

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8 Ways to Celebrate Hanukkah With Dogs

Eight nights of glowing candles, delicious traditional foods, family gatherings, and meaningful traditions make Hanukkah a special time of year. But while your dog may...
Dog Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday with plenty of food and family time, but if you are a dog owner, you need to be aware of...
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Día de los Muertos and Dogs + How to Make a...

The dogs we love may only share part of our lives, but the memories they leave behind can last forever. During Día de los Muertos, or Day...
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What Seasonings Can Dogs Have? 11 Safe Herbs and Spices for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When considering what seasonings dogs can have, plain and minimal is usually the safest approach. You can use basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme,...
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Visiting a Pumpkin Patch With Dogs: 12 Tips for a Fun...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When visiting a pumpkin patch, find a genuinely dog-friendly farm, consider your dog's temperament, bring the right supplies, keep them leashed, watch...
Fun Halloween Activity for Dogs: Doggy Playdates in Costume

110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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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...